The perpetrators of bullying could be held criminally liable for their actions if it is found they were aware of their actions and consequences.
Managing Partner and Founder of HJW Attorneys, Megan Harrington-Johnson explained some the of intricacies of this issue.
Harrington-Johnson said the Child Justice Act allows for children to be prosecuted from the age of 10 but it is very seldom applied."Bullying is not a crime but a lot of the behaviours that fall into the category of bullying can be categorised as crimes."
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