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Prosecutors said Monday that a juvenile court sentenced three minors to three years in detention each for their involvement in violence and vandalism incidents, citing a lack of parental supervision as a contributing factor. The High Juvenile Reform Court also ordered authorities to submit a follow-up report within six months to assess the youths’ behaviour and progress in rehabilitation, the Family and Child Prosecution said. The cases relate to incidents in March in which the juveniles were caught taking part in acts of disorder and property damage. They were arrested at the scene by police in the capital and later referred to prosecutors. Authorities said the minors were questioned with full legal safeguards in place and held in custody during the investigation, which relied on testimonial and forensic evidence before the case was sent to court. Social assessments presented to the court pointed to inadequate parental oversight and guidance in the defendants’ upbringing, which judges took into account in issuing the sentences. Prosecutors said the rulings underscore efforts to uphold public safety while pursuing rehabilitation to prevent repeat offences, stressing the importance of family responsibility in supervising minors. Also Read : Oman Warns of Fines of up to OMR1,000 for […]
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