Section 10 of JJ Act : Section 10: Apprehension Of Child Alleged To Be In Conflict With Law

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a 16-year-old boy named Rohit is caught shoplifting at a local store. The store manager calls the police to report the theft. Upon arrival, the police determine that Rohit is a minor and therefore a 'child' as defined by The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. Instead of placing Rohit in a regular police lockup, the officers contact the special juvenile police unit. A designated child welfare police officer takes charge of Rohit and ensures that he is treated in accordance with the provisions of the Act.

Rohit is then taken to the Juvenile Justice Board within 24 hours of his apprehension, excluding the time it takes to travel to the Board's location. This is to ensure that Rohit's case is handled swiftly and that his rights as a juvenile are protected. The Board will then decide the next steps for Rohit's care and rehabilitation, ensuring at all times that he is not placed in a police lockup or jail throughout the process.