Victoria to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 12, youth advocates push for 14

Advocates have campaigned for the age of criminal responsibility to be raised to 14, two years older than what is currently proposed by the Victorian government. (ABC News: Demi Lynch)

Victoria will raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 12, a decision advocates say ignores international best practices and will not improve child welfare.

The ABC understands the Victorian government is set to make the announcement as early as next week, as attorneys-general from across Australia prepare to meet in Darwin.