Imposing order: Child safety orders and local child curfew schemes

Abstract

This article considers both Child Safety Orders and Local Child Curfew Schemes, as provided for by sections 11-15 of the Labour Government's Crime and Disorder Act. A number of objections have been raised regarding these two measures. Following a brief look at the measures themselves and at the aims behind their creation, I analyse the substance and merit of the various concerns that have been raised with regard to both measures. I conclude that many extremely important issues, both ethical and practical, have not been addressed satisfactorily.

Key Words:

• children
• curfew
• liberty
• local
• order
• safety