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Public safety, courts, and community reporting.
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The Child Justice Bill, 2023 proposes holding parents accountable for damages caused by their underage children. Minister Abrahams addresses concerns on child protection and justice legislation in the House of Assembly.
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Accused man pleads guilty to raping underage girl after trial begins. Sergeo Olivia Payne admits to sexual intercourse with girl under 16. Verdict directed by Justice Blair. Case adjourned.
Government backbencher and medical practitioner Dr Sonia Browne urges improvement in the local justice system's handling of child sexual abuse cases, emphasizing delays and advocating for more female officers and doctors.
St George North MP Toni Moore criticizes opposition over government's "Peace Programme" during Child Justice Bill debate, highlighting need for intervention in juvenile crimes and cautioning against disorder.
St Catherine pastor Kyle Campbell arrested and charged with child abuse after allegedly punching a child at a school. Incident occurred at Greater Miracle Worship Centre in Spanish Town, Jamaica.
