Section 94 of JJ Act : Section 94: Presumption And Determination Of Age

Explanation using Example

Imagine a situation where the police find a young individual, Rahul, who is involved in a theft and bring him before the Juvenile Justice Board (the Board). Rahul claims to be 16 years old, but he looks much older, and there is no immediate documentation to prove his age.

Application of Section 94(1): The Board observes Rahul and based on his appearance believes that he is indeed a child (i.e., under 18 years of age). They record this observation and decide to proceed with the inquiry as per ...

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