The Queensland Government is trying to bring in a Bill to create amendments to the Youth Justice Act that will see entrenched reoffending, and more kids locked up in prisons.
This Bill creates a presumption against bail that will prevent kids from participating in the diversion and preventative programs that we know have a proven track record of addressing the root causes of crime, and having a positive and meaningful impact on their lives.
Locking up kids is not the solution to youth crime.
Send a letter to your local newspaper editor to let people know that these amendments will make it almost impossible for these kids to rehabilitate and redirect themselves.