Citation

James MP. Trends Iss. Crime Crim. Justice 1996; 57.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1996, Australian Institute of Criminology)

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Abstract

Although not a legally recognised offence, paedophilia (sexual attraction toward children) invariably involves the commission of crimes such as sexual assault, indecency and offences relating to child pornography. Paedophilia may be dealt with either by adopting a medical model in which treatment is provided with a view to preventing the occurrence of further undesirable conduct, or by punishing individuals through the use of the courts. James examines many issues of relevance to the debate on paedophilia.