Cases Committed By Children In Conflict With The Law (CICL) In Camarines Norte: Basis For A Proposed Program Enhancement

Abstract

This study was conducted to assess the Cases Committed by Children In Conflict with the Law (CICL) in the Second Legislative District of Camarines Norte and Propose a Program for Enhancement based on the findings of this study. In the profound research study conducted, it was revealed that majority of the CICL are males and are most likely under the age bracket of 12-15 years old. Majority of the CICL are elementary level. Further, findings revealed that the most common offenses committed by CICL are Theft which has the highest frequency followed by the Physical Injuries, Rape, and Robbery. On the summary of factors that affects the CICL in the commission of offense, all the identified factors such as environmental, social and individual factors were rated by the respondents as agreeable on the commission of the offense. The data were obtained from 75 respondents from second legislative district of Camarines Norte. They participated in this study through a survey questionnaire. The study employed the descriptive co relational method. A purposive sampling was used to determine the respondents. Data were gathered through questionnaire and were treated using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts and mean values. This study found out that the best way to reduce juvenile delinquency is through proper molding and social intervention. The preventive measure is the most appropriate means of controlling the rising criminal behaviour among the juveniles. It is recommended the use of non-punishment correctional programs which is also effective in rehabilitating juvenile offenders and integrating them back to the society (DPC, 2010).