Violent Delinquency and Criminal Responsibility Age in Japan: A Critical Analysis

Abstract

Violent delinquency in Japan is not very serious in nature, ranging from drinking alcohol to common assault and murder. Overall crime is decreasing and violent delinquency shows fluctuation. Social and psychological factors are found contributing to violent delinquency. Social and economic structure helps reducing crime. Family, community and institutional values though are positive but some times are criticized as fading away