Petit commentaire DPMin

The "Petit commentaire DPMin" by Helbing & Lichtenhahn is a comprehensive professional book that deals with the law concerning juvenile offenders in Switzerland. Ten years after its first publication, this work offers an updated and in-depth analysis of the provisions of federal legislation regarding the criminal treatment of minors. It relies on current case law and scientific findings to provide a well-founded perspective on juvenile justice and its application within the context of Swiss law as well as international standards. The authors also illuminate the historical aspects of juvenile criminal law both in Switzerland and internationally to facilitate a better understanding of the systematics and institutions of juvenile criminal law. This book is particularly tailored to the practical needs of professionals in the field of juvenile criminal law and offers a detailed, documented examination of the specific characteristics of the law concerning minors.