Republic Act No. 9344 (Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act)

This law aims to promote and protect the well-being of youth. It defines terms related to children at risk, children in conflict with the law, diversion programs, and restorative justice principles.  Republic Act 9344 provides for a system of child-appropriate proceedings for children who are in conflict with the law. It also provides for services for prevention, diversion, rehabilitation, reintegration, and aftercare for children who are at risk.