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Bill introduced to Parliament.
The age of criminal responsibility is set to rise from eight to 12, under legislation introduced to the Scottish Parliament.
The new law will see Scotland lead the way in the UK, ensuring no child under 12 will receive a criminal record.
It has been introduced following a consultation in which 95% of respondents supported an increase to 12 or above.
The Age of Criminal Responsibility (Scotland) Bill will mean:
fewer children entering the criminal justice system as they grow into adulthood
the age of criminal responsibility will be brought into line with the current minimum age of prosecution in Scotland
any information on harmful or concerning behaviour involving children under the age of 12 will no longer be...