What is the definition of youth crime?

Answer 1

In general, young people are responsible for 40% of crimes such as theft, burglary, robbery and violence and youth crime and fear of youth crime are blighting many communities. Tackling youth crime is a priority for the government and it has introduced major changes to the youth justice system - which together with preventive measures - aim to reduce offending by young people

Answer 2

v Youth crime simply defines young people (12-17 years of age) who break the law; however they are usually subject to less severe penalties than adults.

Answer 3

Youths have been known to commit every crime that their adult counterparts are capable of, from graffiti and drug possession to rape and murder.