RA 8369 (Family Courts Act of 1997) Section 8

Supervision of Youth Detention Homes.

Section 8

SEC. 8. Supervision of Youth Detention Homes. – The judge of the family court shall have direct control and supervision of the youth detention home which the local government unit shall establish to separate the youth offenders from the adult criminals: Provided, however, That alternatives to detention and institutional care shall be made available to the accused including counseling, recognizance, bail, community continuum, or diversions from the justice system: Provided, further, That the human rights of the accused are fully respected in a manner appropriate to their well-being.

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