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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page

COVER PAGE……………………………………………………………………………….i

TABLE OF CONTENTS……………………………………………………………………1

INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………………2-3

BACKGROUND…………………………………………………………………………….4-5

OBJECTIVES............................................................................................................6

PROCEDURE………………………………………………………………………………7

CASE ANALYSIS…………………………………………………………………………..8-9

FINDINGS…………………………………………………………………………………..10

CONCLUSION……………………………………………………………………………..11

RECOMMENDATION/SUGGESTION…………………………………………………..12

QUESTIONNAIRE………………………………………………………………………...13-17

LETTER OF INTENT……………………………………………………………………...18

REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………………….19

CURRICULUM VITAE…………………………………………………………………….20-24
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INTRODUCTION:

According to Aclis (2016), juvenile Delinquency is defined as the habitual

commission of criminal act or offences by children or by a minor, particularly one who is

under the age at which conventional criminal prosecution is conceivable. Although the

definition refers to activities committed by youngster, it is equally critical to assist the

age of the offender.

A debate has erupted on how to deal with young criminals, with some

suggesting that they should be punished, as well as what age is considered juvenile or

juvenile crime. The government has taken into an account a public safety as well as

necessity to restore the facility.

Lawmakers proposed to lower the criminal age of responsibility, saying adult criminals

purposely made use of youth to commit heinous crimes, knowing they cannot be held

criminally liable.

“The child has still the liability but we don’t detain them because given the current state

of our jails, it would not be possible, it would harm our future generation if we do that,”

“To put children in jail would be like putting them in “school of crime,” “Our jails in

Philippine setting are what we call school of crime. If a child enters jail, one can be

assured that when he or she comes out, he will have had a network of criminals than

can assist him or her later on.” (Jackielou Bagadiong , JJWC Policy and Research

Officer) “

For the greatest good of the country, we Filipinos need to work together to save the

children, our children. They will one day be the face of this country. They influence the
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direction of our country and as result, they should be treated with dignity and respect.

Even if the misconduct reached the degree of the rehabilitation, no one should quit

working with children. Keep in mind that they are the society assets.

Republic Act No. 9344 or the “Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act” defines the Juvenile

Justice and Welfare System as a system dealing with children at risk and children in

conflict with the law, which provides child-appropriate proceedings, including

programmes and services for prevention, diversion, rehabilitation, re-integration and

aftercare to ensure their normal growth and development. Instead of using the word

“juvenile”, Philippine laws made use of the word “child”. As defined in R.A. No. 9344,

“Child” is a person under the age of eighteen (18) years. While “Child at Risk” refers to a

child who is vulnerable to and at the risk of committing criminal offences because of

personal, family and social circumstances. Some of the examples mentioned in the law

are: being abandoned or neglected, and living in a community with a high level of

criminality or drug abuse. “Child in Conflict with the Law” or CICL on the other hand

refers to a child who is alleged as, accused of, or adjudged as, having committed an

offence under Philippine laws. A child can commit an act or omission whether

punishable under special laws or the amended Revised Penal Code which is referred to

as an “Offence”. Under Republic Act 10630, offences which only apply to a child and not

to adults are called “Status Offences”. These shall not be considered as offences and

shall not be punished if committed by a child. Examples of status offences include

curfew violations, truancy, parental disobedience and the like. Before R.A. No. 9344

was enacted, children at risk and CICL were treated much like adult offenders as when

former President Ferdinand Marcos, Sr. signed into law the Judiciary Reorganization
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Act 1980 which abolished the juvenile and domestic relations courts. As such child

offenders were subjected to the same adversarial proceedings as their adult

counterparts. As an offshoot of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child

(UNCRC), the R.A. No. 9344 intends to deal with these children without resorting to

judicial proceedings. Instead of punishing juvenile offenders and treating them as

criminals, these child offenders will be provided by the State and the community with

assistance to prevent them from committing future offences.

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OBJECTIVES

This study intends to examine the extent of implementation of the law for children in

conflict-with-law (CICL) in an urban area in the Philippines, Cagayan de Oro City, in

accordance with Republic Act no. 9344, also known as the Juvenile Justice and Welfare

Act of 2006, a policy to cover the different stages involving children at risk and children

in conflict with the law from prevention to rehabilitation and reintegration.

This research will focus on the following goals: (1) to describe and statistically evaluate

crimes committed by minor offenders in Cagayan de Oro City from January to

December 2021; and (2 ) to determine the effectiveness of RA. 9344. The researchers

were not authorize to interview or have personal contact with the subject since the law

requires that the identities of the child offenders be protected.

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BACKGROUND

Courts punished and imprisoned youngsters in jails and penitentiaries in the late 18 th

and early 19th centuries. Because there were few other options, adolescence of all ages

and genders were frequently incarcerated in vast overcrowded decaying prison

institution alongside hardened adult offenders and the mentally sick. Many of these

children were detained for nonviolent behavior because they had no other options. At

the same time, American communities were dealing high rates of child poverty and

neglect, placing pressure on municipal authorities to find a solution.

The problem of juvenile delinquency pricks at the conscience today more than ever. The

Philippines is not an exception in this regard. The researcher in this study discusses

secondary school teachers experience and perspective on their student apparent moral

deteriorations and juvenile criminality. The issue was explored from the standpoint of

socio- education, a subject of study. Which, among other things, investigate the

influence of social factors in the development of children and adolescents from

childhood to adulthood.

In Cagayan de Oro City, the presence of street children has been observed in many

busy streets asking and begging as a means of their livelihood. This kind of scenario

might be the roots of problem of rampant juveniles in the city if not given a serious

attention. The objectives of this study is to eradicate these street children as well as the

juvenile in such a manner that Cagayan de Oro City would be truly a city of tourism

aside from being a city of golden Friendship and more specifically to keep these
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juveniles in a safe place where they are secured and changed their vision in life to

become a better citizen.

PROCEDURE

A letter permission to conuct the study will be sent to Bahay Pag-Asa, Social Welfare

Officer 111, Ergena A. Abregana, Upper Puerto, Cagayan de Oro City for approval.

After the approval the researcher conduct interview to the Social Welfare Officer and the

House Parent of Bahay Pag-Asa. The questionnaire will be also disseminated to the

Minor Respondent’s in Bahay Pag-Asa and will be retrieved after gathering the

respondent’s responses.

CASE ANALYSIS

Table 1 – Shows the age of the juveniles involved in the crime committed.

Age Respondents Percentage

15-17 51 51%
14-15 28 28%
12-13 17 18%
10-11 2 2%
Total 98 100
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Table 1 – The result of the survey revealed the age of the juvenile involved in the crime

committed. 52% are in the age range from 15-17 years old, 28% are 14 -15 years old,

18 % are from age 12-13. The remaining 2 percent ranges from 10 to 11years old. This

is an indication that that juvenile’s age are mostly in their teens. This age is vulnerable

in committing crimes may be for some reasons that they are being abandoned or

neglected and living in a community with a high level of criminality or drug abuse.

Table 2 - Shows the gender of the juveniles involved. The data revealed that all
respondents were male.

Gender Respondents
Male 98
Female 0
TOTAL 98

From the result, the data reveals that the respondents are all males. Women were not

held in the location surveyed. Of the 98 juveniles held in the facility, 46 were detained

for possession of illegal drugs, greatly outnumbering the number of juveniles detained

for other offenses such as acts of lasciviousness (6), theft (25), possession of deadly

weapon (5), assault (4), and murder/homicide (12). The juveniles’ family background

consisted of 23 having separated parents, 58 having jobless parents, and 17 living with

relatives without their parents.

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Table 3 – Shows that the most crime committed is the possession of illegal drugs.

Offense Respondents
Possession of Drugs 46
Acts of Lasciviousness 6
Theft 25
Possession of Deadly 5
Weapon
Assault 4
Murder 12
Total 98

Table 3 – revealed the most crime involved by the juvenile is Possession of Drugs 46%.

This could mean that children are at risk since this can be an indication that

they can have a network of criminals in their age category. These juveniles might be

neglected and abandoned. One cause perhaps is the poverty as it is shown in the result

in data 4 that mostly the parents are jobless.

Table 4 – Show the family status of the juveniles involved.

Family Status Respondents

Separated Parents 23
Jobless Parents 58
Absent Parents 17

Data 5-Reveals the manner of intervention the institutions has provided

to the juveniles. All the boxes were marked checked by the respondent

Made to take online classes 

Talked to a religious official 
Visitation by friends and 
family
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Have times of the day 

dedicated to sports

Based on the result of the survey, it was very effective for these juveniles the

intervention they provided. Enrolled in an online class could changed their perception in

life. That education is the best weapon to combat poverty. If you are educated, you can

easily get a decent job. Religious activities like Bible sharing with a religious officials can

also has the possibility that your perception in life will be enlightened. Most inspiring

intervention is allowing visitors and family to visit you.. This can make you comfortable

and feels that a lot of people love you. A healthy body and mind helps you to transform

yourself from the dark past to a bright tomorrow, thus sports will help you always alert

and energetic.

FINDINGS

1. It was found out that these juveniles were in their critical age where parents’

support, love and care are very much considered since they are fragile. Parental

guidance is one of the factors of a well breed, well mannered, loving and caring

childhood.

2. On the contrary, minor children who grew up in the absence of parents are

opposite.
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The results revealed that 17 out of 98 grew up without parents and could be an asset of

being indulge in drugs.

3. Broken family is also a big contributory of the juveniles. This can be similar to

parents’ absence.

4. For some reasons why they indulged such kind of crime, jobless parents, as in no

income is worst as also the main reason for these juveniles to commit crimes.

5. Based in the survey conducted by the researches, the solution somehow was

effective with the intervention made by the authorized persons inside the correctional by

answering the questions YES by the respondents such as enroll in an online class,

positive with the spiritual activities like open to a conversation with the religious group,

engaging with sports and welcoming friends and relatives’ visitation.

6. In an interview with the authorized persons in Bahay Pag-Asa, 75 juveniles were

enrolled in ALS, online class, 23 are in college and are now out in the Bahay Pag-Asa

and these 23 are now out in Bahay Pag-Asa.

CONCLUSION

Based on the result of the study, the majority delinquent juveniles were between the

age of 15 to 17. It can be concluded that this age, teens are most vulnerable and at the

peak of their maturity as well as the thought of enjoying their daily lives with friends who

share the same passion with them. Most likely these juveniles are taken for granted by

their families (case to case basis) or simply wanted to fit in with the crowd in order to
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forget whatever is stressing them or what they might think. They justify these offenses

with peer pressure which in fact should not be the case. To conclude, drug addiction

between minors is a real problem in our society which needs special attention by the

community and the government. If this issue will not be properly addressed by the

government, it will obviously affect the minor's future and their families too. In short,

every step toward a healthier society and personality of juveniles should be taken in

particular moral growth based on true faith criteria, as well as improving the social living

environment, ensuring health and safety facilities, and presenting formal and informal

educations in all areas of juveniles' development, and undoubtedly, this will lead to

reducing and eventually eradicating this social problem.

In the concluded study, it was found out that these juveniles were in their critical

age where parents’ support, love and care are very much considered since they are

fragile. Parental guidance is one of the factors of a well breed, well mannered, loving

and caring children. On the contrary, minor children who grew up in the absence of

parents are opposite.

RECOMMENDATION

The results of this study indicated that indeed, juveniles in the juvenile justice

system struggle with family issues, drug use, running away, and peer influence. Thus,

the researchers recommend the following;

1. That the government must have more programs for minors/teens to deviate their

attention to drugs.
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2. That the government must offer more free education to families who cannot afford

to send their children to school and should be nearby to lessen excuses why

these families cannot send their children to school.

3. More livelihood programs for parents to provide a better way of living for their

homes as to not have their children enjoy the company of others than theirs and

to allow them to avail a shelter which they can call their own and job for those who

are jobless.

SOUTHERN DE ORO PHILIPPINES COLLEGE

Licuan, Cagayan de Oro City

CRIMINOLOGY DEPARTMENT
SY 2021-2022

May 25, 2022

To the Personnel of Bahay Pag-Asa:

The following are the questions for our research entitled “ A Case Study Of
Intervention With Child In Conflict With The Law Which Contributes To Delinquency in
Cagayan de Oro City”
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Please feel free to answer the questions provided.

Thank you.

A. Please mark check the box for your appropriate answer.

For multiple answer, you may check two or more boxes.

A.1 Under what age do these juveniles are often accused of committed crime?

16-17 years old

14-15 years old

12- 13 years old

10-12 years old

A.2 What is the highest number of the accused per record in terms of gender?

Please write your answer in the box.

Gender Total Number

Male

Female

A.3 Educational status of these accused juveniles?

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Please mark check the box provided for your appropriate answer.

Currently enrolled

Out of school youth

A. 4 Type of crime committed by these juveniles. Please mark check the box

provided for you. If multiple answer is necessary, you may check two or

more boxes.

Act of lasciviousness

Theft

Murder /Homicide

Drugs

Physical Injury

Illegal possession of
deadly weapon

A.5 Family background of these juvenile accused?

Put check the box provided for your answer.

Parents are separated

Parents are jobless
Live with relatives
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Thank you for your cooperation!

INSTRUCTIONS:Minor Respondent’s in Bahay Pag-Asa

Check every box for your answer.

a. Are you interested to enroll in the school while you are inside this house?

Yes

No
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b. Are you willing to talk to any of the religious group if ever they come to visit?

Yes

No

c. Are you open for a visitation from any of your friends and family?

Yes

No

d. How are you interested to engage in sports inside the Bahay Pag-Asa?

Very Interested

Not interested
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FOR INTERVENTION OF BAHAY PAG-ASA FOR JUVENILE

In what manner did the authorities to try to improve the juveniles behavior?

Please Check the boxes as applies.

Made to take online classes

Talked to the religious Official

Have times of the day dedicated too
sports
Visitation by friends and family

SOUTHERN DE ORO PHILIPPINE COLLEGE

Julio Pacana-Licoan St. Cagayan de Oro City
DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINOLOGY

May 25, 2022

ERGEN A. ABREGANA
Social Welfare Officer 111
Upper Puerto, Bahay Pag-Asa

Dear Sir.
GREETINGS!
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In partial fulfillment of the requirements for our On Job Training (OJT). The undersigned
graduating student at Southern de Oro Philippines College (SPC) pursuing our
Bachelor of Science in Criminology would like to request permission to conduct
study title “A Case study of Intervention of a child conflict with the law which
contribute to delinquency in Cagayan de Oro City”

In connection with this, we would like to used your good Office to allow us to conduct a
study in vicinity. Rest assured that the data gathered will remain absolutely confidential
and to be used for academic purpose only. Moreover, copy of completed study will be
provided to your office.

We anticipate with gratitude our must favorable response. THANK YOU AND MORE
POWER! Very Respectfully.

Atienza, Jayson Borres, Steven V. BaynosaPhejhay G.

09533582279 09061006532 09050368003

Bernabe, Salise Boyles Arrieta ,Mark Reynan

09068792846 09551538548

Noted:

ROGER G. ABADAY, MSCRIM.J,D

Dean of Criminology

REFERENCES

 Aclis (2016) Juvenile Delinquency

 Tulsa attorneys for estate planning, criminal defense & family law

 Juvenile Crime, Juvenile Justice @NAP.edu

 Babysingerlaw/.com

 https:/biomedpharmajourrnal.org/vol8marchspledetion/a-study of factors

affecting- juvenile delinquency

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CURRICULUM VITAE

Personal Profile:

Name : Steven V. Borres

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Date of Birth : October 18, 1996

Place of Birth : KM6 Upper Balulang Cagayan de Oro City

Parents : Gemma V. Borres

Romeo P. Borres

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : KM5 Upper Balulang Cagayan de Oro City

Year Graduated : 2008-2009

Secondary : Cagayan de Oro National High School

Year Graduated: 2012-2013

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Personal Profile:

Name : ATIENZA, JAYSON

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Date of Birth : August 27, 1994

Place of Birth : Gingoog city

Parents : Josie hermie M.atienza

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Medina central school

Year Graduated : 2006-2007

Secondary : Medina National Comprehensive High School

Year Graduated: 2010-2011

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Personal Profile:

Name : PHEJAY G. BAYNOSA

Date of Birth : May 11, 1997

Place of Birth : Bagumbayan, Lupon Davao Oriental

Parents : Jenalyn G. Baynosa

Yolito C. Baynosa

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Bagumbayan Elementary School

Year Graduated : 2007-2008

Secondary : Misamis Oriental General Comprehensive High

School

Year Graduated: 2012-2013

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Personal Profile:

Name : BERNABE, SALISE BOYLES

Date of Birth : September 24,

Place of Birth : Cagayan de Oro City

Parents : Evelyn Boyles

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Indahag Elementary School.

Year Graduated : 2007-2008

Secondary : St. Mary Academy Of Carmen

Year Graduated: 2012-2013

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Personal Profile:

Name : Mark Reynan G. Arrieta

Date of Birth : August 26 1997

Place of Birth : Valencia City

Parents : Renante D. Arrieta

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Siniyawan Elementary School

Year Graduated : 2009-2010

Secondary : St. Joseph Academy

Year Graduated: 2013-2014