More forums are needed to find ways to protect children’s privileges in South Sudan, says Pro-Bono Lawyer of Initiative for Peace Communication Association or IPCA.
Brian Oboyi says children are not supposed to be kept in the prison for 24 hours or more, Radio Bakhita reports.
There is need to address criminal justice system.
Geri Raymondo Legge, Senior Judge for the Court of Appeal says there must be forums to evaluate juvenile justice cases regularly.
Joseph Edward Isa, Executive Director of IPCA notes that it is a mandate of every one to seek justice and claim his or her rights.
The officials spoke to journalists on Thursday during a juvenile justice forum in Juba organized by IPCA supported by Search for Common Ground.
The forum brought together, senior government officials, law makers and stakeholders in the rule of Law.