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Guidelines of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe on child friendly justice

II. Definitions
For the purposes of these guidelines on child friendly justice (hereafter “the guidelines”):
a. A “child” means any person under the age of 18 years;
b. A “parent” refers to the person(s) with parental responsibility, according to national law. In case the parent(s) is/are absent or no longer holding parental responsibility, this can be a guardian or an appointed legal representative;
c. “Child-friendly justice” refers to justice systems which guarantee the respect and the effective implementation of all children's rights at the highest attainable level, bearing in mind the principles listed below and giving due consideration to the child’s level of maturity and understanding and the circumstances of the case. It is, in particular, justice that is accessible, age appropriate, speedy, diligent, adapted to and focused on the needs and rights of the child, respecting the rights of the child including the rights to due process, to participate in and to understand the proceedings, to respect for private and family life and to integrity and dignity.