Illinois
Joliet boy allegedly killed by brother raising questions about child culpability laws
The 6-year-old boy could be charged with murder because Illinois is in the slim minority of states without a minimum age for criminal responsibility.
The recent fatal stabbing of a 2-year-old Joliet boy, allegedly at the hands of his 6-year-old brother, has bolstered calls to amend how Illinois’ criminal code handles young children.
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