Pros & Cons - Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act
Summary
TLDRThe Philippine House of Representatives is considering a bill to lower the age of criminal liability to 12 years old. The debate centers on whether children are mature enough to discern right from wrong at this age. Critics argue that the focus should be on rehabilitation and addressing the root causes of juvenile crime, while proponents claim that children are capable of understanding the consequences of their actions. The discussion highlights the need for a child-friendly justice system that balances punishment with reformation.
Takeaways
- π In 2018, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency reported 460,000 crime incidents, with 11,321 committed by minors.
- ποΈ The House of Representatives is considering House Bill 8858, which aims to lower the age of criminal liability to 12 years old.
- π¨ββοΈ The bill intends to provide reformation for minors who commit crimes, sparking a debate on whether children are mature enough to discern right from wrong.
- π The Philippine Psychological Association opposes the lowering of the age of criminal liability, advocating for the protection of children rather than punishment.
- π¨βπ§βπ¦ Child Rights Network emphasizes the need for a child-friendly justice system that offers a second chance to minors, focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration.
- π’ The discussion highlights the importance of community-based interventions and the role of social workers in addressing juvenile crime.
- π« Critics argue that lowering the age of criminal liability could lead to more children being incarcerated with those who committed heinous crimes.
- π The conversation underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to juvenile justice, including infrastructure, human resources, and community involvement.
- π Data from the Philippine National Police indicates that children commit a small percentage of total crimes, raising questions about the effectiveness of lowering the age of liability.
- π The debate concludes with a call for legislators to consider the long-term impact on children and to focus on protective and rehabilitative measures rather than punitive ones.
Q & A
What is the current age of criminal liability in the Philippines according to the script?
-The current age of criminal liability in the Philippines is 15 years old.
What is House Bill 8858 aiming to do?
-House Bill 8858 aims to lower the age of criminal liability to 12 years old and offer reformation to minors who commit crimes.
What is the stance of the Psychological Association of the Philippines on the proposed law?
-The Psychological Association of the Philippines is against the lowering of the age of criminal liability, advocating for the protection of children rather than placing them in punitive measures.
What is the role of the Child Rights Network in the discussion?
-The Child Rights Network is focused on child-friendly policies, advocating for a separate justice system for children and pushing for the implementation of laws that protect and rehabilitate children.
What percentage of crimes were committed by minors according to the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency data in 2018?
-In 2018, 2.4% of crimes were committed by minors, with 11,321 crimes out of 460,000 incidents.
What is the concern about branding children as criminals at a young age?
-The concern is that branding children as criminals can have a negative impact on their development and future opportunities, and it may not address the root causes of their actions.
What are the arguments for not lowering the age of criminal liability?
-Arguments against lowering the age include the belief that children are not yet fully developed to discern right from wrong, and that they should be protected and rehabilitated rather than punished.
What are the arguments for lowering the age of criminal liability?
-Proponents argue that children as young as 12 are capable of understanding the difference between right and wrong and should be held accountable for serious crimes.
What is the role of social workers in the implementation of child-friendly laws?
-Social workers play a crucial role in the implementation of child-friendly laws by providing support, intervention, and rehabilitation services to children in conflict with the law.
How does the script discuss the impact of the proposed law on children who commit heinous crimes?
-The script discusses the impact by emphasizing the need for a separate justice system for children, focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration rather than incarceration, especially for those who commit heinous crimes.
What is the script's position on the treatment of children in conflict with the law?
-The script advocates for a more protective and rehabilitative approach, suggesting that children should be given a second chance and that the focus should be on addressing the root causes of their actions rather than punishment.
Outlines
π Crime Statistics and the Debate on Lowering the Age of Criminal Liability
The video segment begins with a discussion on crime incidents in the Philippines, highlighting that in 2018, out of 460,000 incidents, 11,321 were committed by minors. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency's data is cited, and the conversation shifts to House Bill No. 8858, which proposes lowering the age of criminal liability to 12 years old. The bill aims to offer reformation to minors who commit crimes, but the debate questions whether children are mature enough to discern right from wrong. The segment introduces various guests, including psychologists and child rights advocates, to discuss the psychological and social implications of the bill. The guests express concerns about the impact of branding children as criminals and the necessity for a more child-friendly justice system.
π£οΈ Infrastructure Developments and Traffic Decongestion Efforts
The second paragraph shifts focus to infrastructure developments, particularly the new route on Sama Arthur Highway at C3, which is expected to alleviate traffic congestion in Metro Manila. The discussion emphasizes the reduction in travel time from Valenzuela to C3, highlighting the government's efforts to improve transportation and the quality of life for citizens. The segment also touches on the importance of recognizing the contributions of builders, contractors, and government departments, emphasizing that these projects are for the people's benefit.
π¨ββοΈ The Complexity of Juvenile Justice and the Role of Rehabilitation
This segment delves deeper into the juvenile justice system, with guests arguing against the lowering of the age of criminal liability. They assert that children, even as young as three, have the ability to discern right from wrong but that acting on this discernment is a different matter, especially considering the brain development that continues into the late teens. The conversation points out the importance of not just punishing children but focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration into society. The guests also discuss the need for a more robust implementation of existing laws and the role of social workers and community involvement in addressing juvenile crime.
π’ The Impact of Incarceration on Children and the Need for Community-Based Interventions
The discussion in this segment centers on the potential negative impact of incarcerating children, even those who have committed heinous crimes. The guests argue that such actions do not address the root causes of juvenile delinquency and may further victimize the children involved. They advocate for community-based interventions and the importance of social work in preventing crime and rehabilitating young offenders. The conversation also touches on the need for a more nuanced approach to juvenile justice that considers the developmental stages of children and the influence of their environment.
π³οΈ The Legislative Process and Public Opinion on Juvenile Crime
This segment addresses the legislative process surrounding the age of criminal liability, with a focus on the need for lawmakers to consider the capacity of children to understand the difference between right and wrong. The conversation includes a range of public opinions, from those who support lowering the age to those who argue for a more compassionate approach. The guests emphasize the importance of evidence-based legislation and the need to address the root causes of juvenile crime, such as poverty and lack of education, rather than simply punishing children for their actions.
π International Perspectives and the Conclusion of the Debate
The final segment of the video script brings in international perspectives on juvenile justice, with discussions on how different countries handle crimes committed by minors. The guests conclude the debate by reiterating the importance of protecting children and providing them with a second chance at a better future. They stress that lowering the age of criminal liability could potentially harm children more than help them and call for a focus on community support and rehabilitation programs. The segment ends with a call for continued dialogue and a commitment to finding the best solutions for the welfare of children in conflict with the law.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘Criminal Liability
π‘Children in Conflict with the Law
π‘Age of Criminal Liability
π‘Reformation
π‘Psychologists
π‘Child Rights Network
π‘Juvenile Justice
π‘Depriving Liberty
π‘Community-Based Intervention
π‘Heinous Crimes
π‘Implementation
Highlights
In 2018, there were 460,000 crime incidents in the Philippines, with 11,321 committed by minors.
House bill number 8858 seeks to lower the age of criminal liability to 12 years old.
The Philippine Psychological Association opposes the lowering of the age of criminal liability.
Child Rights Network advocates for a child-friendly juvenile justice system.
The current age of criminal liability is 15 years old.
Children as young as three have a discernment of right and wrong, but acting on it is different.
The discussion highlights the need for reformation and rehabilitation of minors who commit crimes.
The Philippine government is focusing on infrastructure projects to decongest Metro Manila.
The implementation of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act is emphasized for a separate justice system for children.
The discussion points out that children are often used as accessories to crimes and are victimized themselves.
There is a call for stricter implementation of the law and more focus on addressing the root causes of children committing crimes.
The importance of community-based intervention and social workers in addressing juvenile crime is highlighted.
The debate underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to juvenile justice that includes rehabilitation and reintegration.
The discussion suggests that the focus should be on protecting children and not on lowering the age of criminal liability.
The show concludes with a call for more focus on the implementation of existing laws and programs for juveniles.
Transcripts
support garden and Philippine National
Police of pnpn Papa Baba and Adnan
criminal liability cinema a hundred
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I'm Joel's echo your moderator for the
daily data from the Philippine Drug
Enforcement Agency show that there were
four hundred sixty thousand crime
incidents in 2018 of which eleven
thousand three hundred twenty one were
committed by minors
according to my colleague assistant
secretary Annamarie Rafael
once the House of Representatives asked
House bill number eight eight five eight
children in conflict with the law to
receive the attention and care they need
the bill seeks to lower the age of
criminal liability to twelve years old
offer reformation to minors who commit
crimes but the question is is it really
okay to lower the age of criminal
liability to twelve or even nine are
these children really matured enough to
discern right from wrong what is the
impact of branding these children as
criminals so to answer those questions
kabayan here in abroad we have now as
guests know since eternam on a women's
month march 19 upon attention miss Joan
Trina Moreno Javier chapeau and
chairperson Don PAP development division
all right what is pp all about it's it's
a regulatory board of psychologists in
the Philippines were composed of
psychologists right practicing and in
different professions in different
fields of psychology as well okay where
you consulted during the
deliberations didn't give us a thing yes
yes and your stand is against the law
working against a little rich so the
present age is 15
yes sir so you stand by yes yes what for
so many reasons
yes and I guess to start one would be we
are talking about children here and we
are but we should protect children not
place them in yes they say that it's not
jail he mean when Silla incarceration
yeah but anyway pakusa fanatic man I am
to my right a man PO we have mr. Richard
II he is the media relations officer of
child rights Network what keeps you busy
right now so you in child rights Network
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composed of 46 organizations now child
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Welfare Act Edina washa
as a separate justice system for
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answer that when we return we will
discuss more about the impact of
lowering the criminal liability on
children in conflict with the law do you
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opponent doctor take a US Secretary of
State Michael Pompeo Caloocan City P na
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Luzon Expressway Harbor link segment 10
new route on sama Arthur Highway at c3
road circle oaken this new highway is
expected to decongest metro manila by
providing access to end links without
the needs of asteroids or the balan of a
toll plaza it will reduce traffic time
travel time from valenzuela to c3 from
the usual one out - just five minutes
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groundbreaking ceremony in an endless s
flex connector road projects namaha baba
was a bigot and darlin and tropical Sam
Metro Manila all of the projects that we
undertake and will do on the rest of my
term give our gratitude
the builders contractors departments of
government and we paste it in the name
of the people of the Republic nobody can
claim credit in the name of the people
it is their money and for all of us a
capo secretary Martin and Anne are at or
under 30 on duty a balance a salute the
lingo I'm gonna gagawin Apollo welcome
back the pros and cons before we post
for a break maybe humming question
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rights Network Psychological Association
of the Philippines luckily we were
warning our legislators na cap Agena one
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you will take in more children
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us having they can discern know what
between right and wrong
yes definitely we children as young as
three they have a discernment and they
have an idea what is right and wrong
however detainee Papapa so cool yes Alan
we ultimately evaporate volume
discernment
what do you do about what you know what
is right okay so it's different when you
act on it already and when the
presentation is there already in front
of you so hindi po yes the argument is
always another nila Andina go on yeah
yeah and I agree with that but the
discernment of doing that aspect a my
proposal saying at the age of three
alumni yeah but in terms but it almost
happened a pocke say when when you do it
already
there's behavior involved and when crime
is being committed
yes there is they are still developing
their brains left me
a little technical here we are still
developing our brains up to the age of
nineteen twenty twenty holy matured but
but possibly all right in discernment
but iron out well this audience
submission go in without going me and no
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they're also susceptible to those kind
sub manipulation yes I think that's the
thing that this bill is trying to
address yes children here are the
victims okay
they are used as accessories of these
crimes they are victimized themselves
and if we incarcerate them or if we jail
or second a Hindi jail if we give them
liability for that hindi esha Tomica say
you adult young neck service offending
Union going so we go after those I see I
know proposal Nepal sixty single
actually sir
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age yeah we are not against the law in
itself I mean we are so for it one
positive thing probably that this has
gained so much attention is that more
people attend seen implemented agencies
like he said to really pay attention to
them because you know Manta like a put
up but the implementation has to be
strengthened and I guess that's where we
come in we implement them better we
implement them we strengthen them we go
to the communities themselves we go to
the root of the situation not jail the
children who do it just just for clarity
yes my number under the dispersant bill
or well technically young in termina :
hindi hindi siya okay its rehabilitation
is Reformation
reintegration which is okay in San Cielo
kailangan in Bali and there is
involvement with agencies such as the
SWV and the parents definitely so hindi
push and Coulomb so him a little period
from 2013 to 2018 okay
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yeah and we are not against okay sir so
you but lowering talaga you we are not
really in agreement with
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know Sofia : / en de la ley you pushes a
comunidad SAP Emilia gonna be a million
commonly today
so we had to save them from the streets
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la puta lady to Murom push on specific
purpose for children in conflict we
don't know who committed his crimes
ok heinous crimes those in program which
is the app is really trying to move a
man writing because he may push on ie or
the bill it's already sir it's just
being revised through ok yes thing up
but some regional tension separating
treatment definitely which is ideally
the input and again I guess
that's not happening that's why I guess
it's coming up right now young Island
when you lower the age it's it makes a
different a whole different story or
nervous because you're already putting
children there together with those who
committed the heinous crimes for example
we'll post for a big Munna
and when we return let us see what our
netizens are saying on social media
about this topic
pros and cons we'll be back after a
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mom and Richard know before we started
the show Marin time pod question he
knows a website Tom nothing is iron
cabassa bottom panel on the path so long
the minimum age of criminal liability
now 15 aΓ±os a tomosa
dos anos oh no not him - Brian Brian
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he voted yes pero pero the Pat mahabhava
Pat ow say 10 years all in the Indian
democracy it's not about the age opinion
but about the capacity of the child to
know what is right or wrong from Henry
or Oscar this is another in favor Nana
Mancha Philippine lawmakers are very
intelligent people they know miners
today of 12 years Obinna all can
manufacture drugs can be sold to for
adults only recreations opinion together
with porno movies so the Pope are
subhuman Cena's not happy not in Kalinin
and manipulate minors yes understandable
minimum total sentiments the mulatto
especially when they see children as a
viral video so the gentleman you donΓt
own company they experience themselves
they pero we're talking about law
we're talking about not just specific
cases but the total universe of crimes
after the posit Ola a PNP de autonomy
small Nexus of a neuron crimes committed
by children a one point 72% lung now
total universe of crimes now suppose a
bomb Pilipinas so why are we helping on
you know going after the children it on
one point seventy two percent nato when
you have the 98% the high-level muta to
kind eunuch potala cations bucket
nothing's in ECC laga mama batta
when in fact the top was a burnup Ogawa
halimbawa you seen as an opinion about
manufacturing drugs this indicates they
don't care about these children in a
lower in appearance at 12 about ECP
numerous indicate oh why not
girl so it's really a contentious logic
intelligent Bambaataa and the circle is
let all that we um right from wrong yes
but does it follow that they can also
discern what's legal and illegal my
nexus habit
I don't maybe 12 to 15 and waiting three
years name that's a lot there's a lot of
brain development that's happening until
eighteen I am violating yeah but you
know you will have to have you have to
address those who commit those crimes
along those age but 14 and younger it's
not doesn't really make sense to me as a
professional do to lower it at that age
again I have no intention about the law
implementation is really what we are
stressing here we are not saying don't
pass the law we are just saying don't
lower it well I think our legislators
should really listen to evidence to see
but a sweet on pin a goose happen at
indeed and he feel over the age this
will translate to millions of children
who might be affected young but a spoon
at insufficient NASA we only have to
implement
the low support anima LG you support a
high 90s WD support on human institution
Sato param implemented even so you know
well any mention question about those
programs it's really more on the
implementation of them as in Union up a
toss-up
implementation yes I mean that's racing
that's improving the programs no
addressing the lack of infrastructure
yes
human resource another yes there has to
be a social worker
definitely per permanent essa right now
maybe bung well a lot of communities do
not have behind a Gaza so that in itself
already sir is something but as she said
for those who committed a heinous crime
yeah pero Hina hello Cassie don't sir
young Hindi in a commitment Hindi
bah-bah-bah bahah Lucilla a new existing
practice for the for those who committed
crimes those ages in the 12 to 14 before
talk to 14 yeah kappa no kappa petty
crimes for in the so you man
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push against among a to boon attend a no
rent upon Marin who yanagihara be tema
soakin when you are a civilian victim
and ins child in config italian ago
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pathology no non bitumen tapas Kapil
petty crime pooyan credible
community-based intervention along
hidden a institutionalizing beta so
community-based poeta to toe concussion
a social worker in social worker total
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beta Hindi shaman ba bag or perdition
siddhart a contender in po natin a -
Hannah Mikula Rama sukhasana putalik a
Indians a community-based intervention
con heinous crime naman bhai Kazakh
sippin eating and impunity new safety
Poonam victim a safety no community so
measure my aggression young but doing so
Helen put allegation a passive salute
Munna Bhai picasa looking at it the
other side the victim so the Fed just is
also however panel implement UN panel we
accept injustice yes
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anyway we're really actually short man
or a so with final words well basically
I've said it earlier it the law is
really giving us an opportunity to give
more focus on what to give more focus on
which is to protect the children okay
that's we are very strong on that to
protect the children and if we lower the
criminal age of liability we are not
protecting them we are putting them in
more danger and we are not preparing
them for a better future or a second
chance so we're very strong so you mean
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nila don't lower the age Callahan Puma
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potala game effect or indeed Sabattus
Nieto
you my button Filipino all right very
well said
well Joanne Richard thank you for being
here on the show I hope next time when
we have round two of this episode
available Parente Oh anyway a began PO I
miss upon my unit at macabre on issues
as Susan Otten a lingo for your comments
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be for or against you may agree or
disagree in the end we are all Filipinos
working towards the same goals will you
choose what's right or stay on your side
of the truth once again I am being a
supervising undersecretary Joe LCN go
thank you and God the job
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