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Teenager jailed under 'adult time' laws for rape in Brazil
A 16-year-old offender has been jailed under 'adult time' laws for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in Brazil.
Background
Brazil's 'adult time' laws, enacted in 2015, allow for minors aged 16-18 to be tried and sentenced as adults for serious crimes. This policy reflects ongoing national debates about juvenile justice and crime rates, aiming to deter violent offenses among young people.
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Teenager jailed under 'adult time' laws for rape in Brazil
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