Article 77a Dutch Criminal Code
Artikel 77a Wetboek van Strafrecht (Sr) – unofficial English translation
Book One · Title VIII A. Special provisions for juveniles and young adults
In respect of a person who, at the time of committing a criminal offence, has reached the age of twelve years but not yet the age of eighteen years, Articles 9(1) to (4), 10, 14a to 22d, 24b, 24c, 27 to 36, 37a to 38p, 43a to 44 and 57 to 62 do not apply. They are replaced by the special provisions contained in Articles 77d to 77gg.
Unofficial translation. This English text is an unofficial translation provided for information only. Only the Dutch text is legally authentic: Artikel 77a Wetboek van Strafrecht. Checked against the Dutch text in force on 12 October 2026.
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