In Deutschland sind Jugendliche ab 14 Jahren strafmündig. Das bedeutet: Jugendliche, die 14 Jahre und älter sind und gegen Strafgesetze verstoßen, …
In Germany, young people from the age of 14 are criminally responsible. That means: Young people who are 14 years and older and violate criminal laws ...
Note: The official German citizenship test is conducted in German only. Questions follow the BAMF catalog of 07.05.2025; some answers may change after elections or new legislation. Ankommo is not affiliated with BAMF.
Explanation
In Germany, juveniles from the age of 14 are considered criminally responsible, meaning they can be held legally accountable for their actions. This principle is based on the understanding that adolescents at this age have the capacity to comprehend the consequences of their actions and recognize violations of the law. Therefore, they can be punished, but typically within a more lenient framework than adults, to account for their developmental stage.
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