Underage crime needs more attention

The rate of underage crime has been increasing, and the age of young offenders has been getting younger and younger.

According to its legal definition, underage people are those under 18. There can be many reasons for the underage people to commit crimes. They include low education level, materialistic desire and disrespect of the law.

Worryingly, young offenders also tend to be as violent as their adult counterparts. Many parents wish their children grow into responsible and constructive members of society. But some do not know how to raise their children with patience and understanding. Some use violence to discipline their children.