...that during the interrogation, they will also give their opinion and concern for the benefit of the minor, This includes the need to explain to him a good explanation of his rights. Youth investigators should be appointed after proper training and certification for this sensitive position, That they should be aware of the psychological damage, which is sometimes irreversible, caused to the minor by his contact with the police and the need to minimize this damage as much as possible, Even if it is the discovery of the truth that is at the top of their agenda in the investigation (S' 72 Ledo"H Committee)".
- per day 30.07.09, Amendment comes into effect 14 Law The Youth (Judgment, Punishment and Remedies), The Devil"A -1971 (Below: "Youth Law"), which led to a sharpening of the instructions and guidelines regarding the interrogation of minors, While maintaining their dignity and giving proper weight to the considerations of their rehabilitation and care, taking into account their age and degree of maturity. For example, Section 1a The Youth Law states, Because "Exercising the Rights of a Minor, Exercising powers and taking proceedings against him will be done while preserving the dignity of the minor and giving proper weight to the considerations of his rehabilitation, Treatment of it... And also taking into account his age and degree of maturity".
- The following are two of the amendments enshrined in the amendment to the Youth Law and that are related to the proceeding before us:
Section 9t The Youth Law, which establishes the minor's right to the presence of a parent or other relative during the interrogation, and his right to consult with them before the interrogation begins. Alongside this right, a number of restrictions were set; For example,, When an authorized officer believes, that this could lead to the disruption of the investigation. At the same time, Decision regarding the conduct of an interrogation without the presence of a parent, It should be reasoned and written.