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1	The role of a probation officer in diversion of children from the criminal justice system : a penological perspective Dlamalala, Cynthia Nkosazana 02 1900 (has links) Children are the most vulnerable group. Their protection should be a priority for society. In particular, those who are accused of committing crime need to be protected from entering the criminal justice system and measures should be put in place to prevent the stigmatisation associated with having a criminal record. Such protection is endorsed by section 28 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (1996).This study outlines the role played by a probation officer in the diversion process. This was achieved by examining international and national instruments that promote the protection of children in conflict with the law. The Child Justice Act No. 75 of 2008 forms part of national instruments. It provides guidelines for probation officers and other stake holders in the justice system on how to deal with children who are accused of committing crimes. Recommendations on the identified challenges and gaps are made. / Corrections Management / M.A. (Corrections Management) Child Juvenile Youthful offender Probation officer Diversion Criminal justice system Juvenile justice Child justice Best interest of the child Children in conflict with the law 364.63083 Juvenile justice, Administration of Juvenile probation Juvenile probation -- South Africa Juvenile corrections Juvenile corrections -- South Africa Probation officers Probation officers -- South Africa Children -- Legal status, laws, etc. Alternatives to imprisonment

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The role of a probation officer in diversion of children from the criminal justice system : a penological perspective