Youth crime in New Zealand has reached a crisis point, with charges against young offenders increasing by 35% in 2023. These teenagers often come from unstable, impoverished households, and are heavily influenced by negative social circles and the use of social media. The economic impact is severe, costing NZ retailers $1 billion annually. Despite these issues, current New Zealand laws do not impose sufficient punishments.
Our group urges the government to provide support and place stricter legal consequences to ensure a safer future for New Zealand. We aim to influence the "Oranga Tamariki Act 1989." Currently, young offenders under 16 must pay victims for emotional harm or property loss. We seek to add that offenders between the ages of 10-16 should also be placed in Oranga Tamariki youth justice residences for a certain period of time. This change aims to: ensure accountability, provide rehabilitation, and protect communities.
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Marina, Yulun, Zainab
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June 12, 2024
Reaching this point has been an exhausting slog and I am not going to pretend otherwise. It is draining to keep fighting for changes that feel like they should be obvious to everyone involved. Your backing keeps me focused when the reality of this situation feels overwhelming.
22 Comments
100% need to change the laws. they think it's a game cuz they know they won't get locked up.
the current system is a joke honestly
About time. These kids run around like they own the place and nothing ever happens to them. My local shop has been hit twice this year.
so sick of hearing about smash and grabs every single day. let them face real consequences for once.
Finally someone doing something about this. My heart goes out to the business owners losing everything.
Imagine not being 18 lol
bro what
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Youth crime in New Zealand has reached a crisis point, with charges against young offenders increasing by 35% in 2023. These teenagers often come from unstable, impoverished households, and are heavily influenced by negative social circles and the use of social media. The economic impact is severe, costing NZ retailers $1 billion annually. Despite these issues, current New Zealand laws do not impose sufficient punishments.
Our group urges the government to provide support and place stricter legal consequences to ensure a safer future for New Zealand. We aim to influence the "Oranga Tamariki Act 1989." Currently, young offenders under 16 must pay victims for emotional harm or property loss. We seek to add that offenders between the ages of 10-16 should also be placed in Oranga Tamariki youth justice residences for a certain period of time. This change aims to: ensure accountability, provide rehabilitation, and protect communities.
Support our change by signing the petition.
Marina, Yulun, Zainab
Updates
June 12, 2024
Reaching this point has been an exhausting slog and I am not going to pretend otherwise. It is draining to keep fighting for changes that feel like they should be obvious to everyone involved. Your backing keeps me focused when the reality of this situation feels overwhelming.
22 Comments
Definitely agree! A crime is still a crime and youth get away with things too easily, it's time proper punishments are put in place.
100% need to change the laws. they think it's a game cuz they know they won't get locked up.
the current system is a joke honestly
About time. These kids run around like they own the place and nothing ever happens to them. My local shop has been hit twice this year.
so sick of hearing about smash and grabs every single day. let them face real consequences for once.
Finally someone doing something about this. My heart goes out to the business owners losing everything.
Imagine not being 18 lol
bro what
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Definitely agree! A crime is still a crime and youth get away with things too easily, it's time proper punishments are put in place.