8. RECOMMENDATIONS
8.1.
Implementation of the law
Make the law accessible to those in the justice delivery system
Imprisonment as a last resort
Separation of juveniles from adults
Referral of cases of juveniles to the children’s court
Applying inheritance laws in a manner that protects the rights of the child. Most
respondents want a situation where the surviving spouse will move out of the house if
s/he remarries leaving the children to enjoy their inheritance.
8.2.
Resources
Transport.
Places of safety for abused children.
Libraries.
8.3.
Awareness Campaigns
Law must be simplified for the benefit of the public.
Use Ministries with grassroots presence such as the Ministry of Youth to disseminate
information.
8.4.
Pre, During and Post Trial Support
Counselling
Medical
Education
Shelter
Witness expenses
8.5.
Timeous delivery of justice
Build confidence in the justice system
Diversion of juveniles facing minor offences.
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