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What is the minimum age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales?

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Published 11 Feb 2026

A. 8 years old

B. 12 years old

C. 10 years old

D. 14 years old

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The age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales is 10 years old. This means that a child under 10 cannot be arrested or charged with a crime. The age is 10 due to the Children and Young Persons Act 1963. The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child recommends a minimum age of 12 years.

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