In the discussion about juvenile delinquency, it is often criticized that punishments for young people are too lenient. But what are the aims of criminal law - deterrence, resocialization or prevention?
And what is the difference between juvenile and adult criminal law?
On November 12, 2025, "Let's Talk About Law" with Dr.
Alessandro Bellardita on the meaning and limits of punishment in
young offenders. The juvenile court judge and author gives
insights into his day-to-day work as a judge, talks about the limits and opportunities of the
system and on current debates, such as the reduction of the
age of criminal responsibility or the accusation that sentences are too lenient.
