Article 36

Children should be protected from any activities that could harm their development. Legislation is not yet available for this article.

Article 37

Children who break the law should not be treated cruelly. They should not be put in a prison with adults and should be able to keep in contact with their family.

Article 38

Governments should not allow children under 15 to join the army. Children in war zones should receive special protection.

Article 40

Children who are accused of breaking the law should receive legal help. Prison sentences for children should only be used for the most serious offences.

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