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In the United Kingdom, the age of criminal responsibility varies between different nations. At what minimum age can a child in Scotland be held legally responsible for a crime?

  1. A
    1010
  2. 1212Answer
  3. C
    1616
  4. D
    1818

Answer

In Scotland, a child is considered legally responsible for their actions from the age of 1212.
The correct answer is 1212 because, under the Scottish legal system, this is the minimum age at which a child can be held legally responsible for a crime.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the region mentioned in the question.
The question specifically asks about Scotland.
The age of criminal responsibility is 1010 in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, but Scotland has its own separate legal system with different rules.
2
Recall the specific age of responsibility for Scotland.
The age for Scotland is 1212 years old.
The official handbook states that the minimum age of criminal responsibility in Scotland is 1212.

Key Concept

Age of Criminal Responsibility
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Youth Justice and Young Offenders

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