United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Administration of Juvenile Justice (The Beijing Rules)

The Beijing Rules are a 1985 UNGA resolution regarding juvenile detention, prisoners, and offenders.

The UN Standard Minimum Rules for the Administration of Juvenile Justice (Beijing Rules) of 1985 provides instruction and guidelines on how minors should be treated by the State while interacting with the justice system. Subtopics include privacy rights, police operations, and due process guarantees. Notably, the Rules recommend alternative justice methods for minors.