Western Australia is setting troubled children on a "fast-track" to detention and prison through housing policies that result in severe overcrowding and homelessness, according to families and justice advocates.
Lawyer Kate Davis represents a Perth family with several young children who are currently staying in a three-bedroom home with 20 residents, including some who have behaved violently after spending time in prison.
“I worry that it's a fast-track to prison for these kids,” Ms Davis said.
