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Ministry Calls for Reform of Juvenile Justice Following Fatal Incident in Essonne

Ministry Calls for Reform of Juvenile Justice Following Fatal Incident in Essonne

Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau advocates for changes in juvenile justice policy after a teenager's death in a violent altercation.
On March 25, 2025, a 17-year-old was fatally stabbed in a brawl outside a high school in Yerres, Essonne, prompting Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau to call for substantial reforms in France's juvenile justice system.

Retailleau highlighted that a significant portion of crime, including violent offenses, involves minors who possess a sense of impunity due to misaligned penal policies.

During an interview with CNews-Europe 1, he stated, 'It is necessary to profoundly reform the juvenile justice system.'

The Minister cited concerns regarding the increase in violence among youth, particularly in the context of drug trafficking, and suggested that the current penalties are insufficient to deter minors from engaging in criminal behavior.

Retailleau proposed implementing short prison sentences of a few weeks, similar to practices observed in the Netherlands, to address this issue and recommended expanding immediate hearings for juvenile offenders.

He emphasized that the defense of minority status should become an exception rather than the rule.

In discussing the responsibilities of families, Retailleau asserted that parents must be held accountable for their children's conduct, especially when public funds, such as family allowances, are involved.

He referenced Article 227-17 of the penal code, which allows for penal action against parents in cases of evident educational failure.

Retailleau underscored the need for a dual approach: enhancing familial accountability preemptively and reforming juvenile justice reactively.

Coincidentally, the Senate commenced public discussions today on a proposed law introduced by Gabriel Attal aimed at restoring the authority of the justice system in relation to minor offenders and their families.

The proposal has reportedly been diluted during committee reviews, renewing concerns from Retailleau who expressed hope that senators would strengthen it during sessions.

This legislative examination comes amid growing public debate regarding the handling of juvenile delinquency and the adequacy of current laws.
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