Juvenile council clarifies minors still accountable under law

MANILA, Philippines — Contrary to common misconceptions, children in conflict with the law (CICL) are not automatically released or exempt from accountability under the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act.

This clarification came Tuesday from Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC) Executive Director Tricia Clare Oco and Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan amid public discussion surrounding the ...