CHILD PARTICIPATION AS VICTIMS OR WITNESSES IN CRIMINAL CASES IN THE NETHERLANDS: National Report for AIMJF´s Comparative and Collaborative Research

This report describes how children participate in the Dutch criminal justice system when they are victims or witnesses. It examines the legal frameworks, institutional arrangements, and procedures that govern child involvement in criminal cases. The report is part of an international collaborative research effort by judges and magistrates to understand child participation in justice systems across countries.

Key points

• The report focuses on legal and procedural aspects of child participation in criminal cases in the Netherlands
• It is part of AIMJF's comparative and collaborative research across multiple countries
• The report covers children as both victims and witnesses in the justice system

Limitations

The document metadata and abstract do not provide specific findings, outcomes, or evidence about the effectiveness of any interventions. It is unclear whether the full report contains empirical data, analysis of specific procedures, or recommendations for improving child participation.