CMY2604
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
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Due Date: March 2025
QUESTION 1: THE OBJECTIVES OF THE CHILD JUSTICE ACT IN RELATION TO
BONGANI’S CASE
1. Introduction
The Child Justice Act 75 of 2008 was enacted to create a separate and rehabilitative justice
system for children in conflict with the law. Recognizing that children are vulnerable and often
commit crimes due to socio-economic circumstances, the Act seeks to balance accountability
with the need for protection and reintegration into society. Unlike traditional criminal justice
approaches that focus on punishment, this Act emphasizes restorative justice, rehabilitation,
and diversionary measures that prevent reoffending (Gallinetti, 2009).
In the case of Bongani, a 12-year-old boy who stole food out of necessity, the principles of the
Child Justice Act are directly applicable. The Act acknowledges the impact of poverty and
personal circumstances on criminal behavior and provides a framework that considers the
child’s well-being, ensuring that incarceration is a last resort. This assignment explores how
Terms ofcan
the objectives of the Child Justice Act can be applied to Bongani’s case and how diversion use
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Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number:
Due Date: March 2025
QUESTION 1: THE OBJECTIVES OF THE CHILD JUSTICE ACT IN RELATION TO
BONGANI’S CASE
1. Introduction
The Child Justice Act 75 of 2008 was enacted to create a separate and rehabilitative justice
system for children in conflict with the law. Recognizing that children are vulnerable and often
commit crimes due to socio-economic circumstances, the Act seeks to balance accountability
with the need for protection and reintegration into society. Unlike traditional criminal justice
approaches that focus on punishment, this Act emphasizes restorative justice, rehabilitation,
and diversionary measures that prevent reoffending (Gallinetti, 2009).
In the case of Bongani, a 12-year-old boy who stole food out of necessity, the principles of the
Child Justice Act are directly applicable. The Act acknowledges the impact of poverty and
personal circumstances on criminal behavior and provides a framework that considers the
child’s well-being, ensuring that incarceration is a last resort. This assignment explores how
Terms ofcan
the objectives of the Child Justice Act can be applied to Bongani’s case and how diversion use
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
