CHILD'S RIGHT ACT

Section 222: Detention in case of certain crimes

2003Section 222 of 278Federal Republic of Nigeria

(1) Notwithstanding anything in this Act to the contrary, where a child is found to have attempted to commit treason, murder, robbery or manslaughter, or wounded another person with intent to do grievous harm, the Court may order the child to be detained, for such period as may be specified in the order.
(2) Where an order is made under subsection (1) of this section, the child shall, during that period, notwithstanding anything in the other provisions of this Act, be liable to be detained in such place and on such conditions as the Court may direct, and the child whilst so detained shall be deemed to be in legal custody.

Cite this section

Section 222, CHILD'S RIGHT ACT (2003).

https://repo.podus.ai/laws/child-s-right-act/section/222/