Wih youth crime on the rise, some people think that Children who commit crimes

should be punished equally to adults. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Partly disagree

It is common for supporters of the notion to resemble punishment between

juveniles and adults committing crimes by arguing that this can decline the rate of
crime. Nowadays, there is a higher concentration of young offenders, which
demonstrates that they possibly act regardless of the consequences and become
fearless. Therefore, imposing appropriate punishments can pose a threat to
underage convicts and prevent them from conducting illegal actions again.  For
instance, in Brazil, applying harsh sentences to adolescents may significantly
decline the rate of crime, which has been a serious problem in recent years.
However, it could be difficult for society to accept the equivalent punishment for
its unfairness and mercilessness.

I am convinced that children should be tried in different courts from that adults
because they are not mature enough to make reasonable decisions. They can act
impulsively and engage in risky behaviors, let alone being enticed without being
aware of potential consequences. For instance, many studies in a range of cases
have proved that there are not enough moral capabilities in juvenile delinquents to
control emotions and aggression, so they lacked the necessary conditions to be trial
defendants. In addition, when having a second chance and with the help of others,
these young offenders can have an opportunity to rehabilitate after committing
crimes. Supposedly, they might choose the right path in the future and re-enter as a
part of normal society.