Source: European Parliament
On 12 June, the LIBE Committee will hold an exchange of views on Child-Friendly Justice in Criminal Matters – Children as Victims, Witnesses and Offenders aiming to identify barriers, gaps, and weaknesses in judicial proceedings.
Every year, around 2.5 million children participate in judicial proceedings in the EU. Due to children’s especially vulnerable position, the EU and international organizations are working to develop child-friendly justice systems. However, the practices regarding children’s participation in criminal proceedings vary considerably across and within Member States.