Afghanistan
Title:Juvenile Code, 2005
Title in original language:
In force:Yes
Adopted on:23.03.2005
Entry into force:23.03.2005



Source: Official Gazette No. 846, published 2005/03/23, http://www.asianlii.org/af/legis/laws/jlcogn846p2005032313840103a495/ (last accessed on 14.12.2012)

Summary:
The law protects the interests of children, dictates provisions indicating measures and procedures applicable to children breaking the law, children at risk, and children in need of care and protection and safeguarding their rights during investigation and trial.It defines a child as a person who has not completed the age of 18 years.