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Young Offenders (Parental Responsibility) Bill

A Bill to make provision for the parents of young offenders to be legally responsible for their actions.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

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The bill would make parents legally responsible for the actions of their children who commit offences. It sets out how parental responsibility would work and what consequences parents might face as a result. It is currently being debated in the House of Commons at the second reading stage.

Key Points

Establishes a framework for parental liability for offences committed by young offenders.
Defines who qualifies as a parent or guardian for these purposes and the scope of liability.
Explains the relationship of parental responsibility to existing youth justice processes.
Would require further scrutiny and approval through subsequent stages in both Houses.
Currently at the second reading in the Commons, so it is in the early stages of passage.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it passes this stage, it will move on to Committee stage for detailed examination.

Who is affected?

Young people who offendParents and guardians of young offendersFamilies and carers of young offendersLocal authorities and youth offending teamsThe youth justice system and professionals (e.g., social workers, prosecutors, judges)

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Young Offenders (Parental Responsibility)

1 Jan 1970

This Bill was withdrawn and will not progress any further.

Documents (1)

Bill 34 2013-14, as introduced

BillCommons

24 Oct 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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