Criminal Justice (Engagement of Children in Criminal Activity) Bill 2023

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• Creates new criminal offences for engaging children in illegal activities, with penalties for adults who recruit or direct minors to commit crimes.
• Amends the Bail Act 1997 to adjust bail conditions and procedures for those accused of child exploitation offences.
• Introduces protective measures and related provisions to prevent child involvement in criminal conduct.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 33rd Dáil

   23 Jan 2023
2. Second Stage 33rd Dáil

   31 May 2023
3. Fifth Stage 33rd Dáil

   6 Dec 2023
4. Second Stage 26th Seanad

   6 Dec 2023
5. Report Stage 33rd Dáil

   6 Dec 2023
6. Committee Stage 33rd Dáil

   28 Dec 2023
7. Committee Stage 26th Seanad

   31 Jan 2024
8. Report Stage 26th Seanad

   5 Mar 2024
9. Fifth Stage 26th Seanad

   5 Mar 2024
10. Enacted

    11 Mar 2024