Question 263 · Federal question
In Germany, juveniles from the age of 14 are criminally responsible. This means…
German original (as asked in the real test)
In Deutschland sind Jugendliche ab 14 Jahren strafmündig. Das bedeutet: Jugendliche, die 14 Jahre und älter sind und gegen Strafgesetze verstoßen, …
- A werden bestraft. ✓ Correct answer
- B werden wie Erwachsene behandelt.
- C teilen die Strafe mit ihren Eltern.
- D werden nicht bestraft.
Translation
In Germany, juveniles from the age of 14 are criminally responsible. This means: Juveniles who are 14 years and older and violate criminal laws, ...
- A are punished. ✓ Correct answer
- B are treated like adults.
- C share the punishment with their parents.
- D are not punished.
Explanation
In Germany, being "strafmündig" means a person can be held criminally responsible. From age 14, youths fall under juvenile criminal law (Jugendstrafrecht) and can be sanctioned, typically with educational and corrective measures. They are not treated like adults, and parents do not share the punishment.
Tips
- Look for the keyword "strafmündig" = criminally responsible. Recall age thresholds: under 14 = no criminal responsibility; 14–17 = juvenile law; 18–20 = possibly juvenile law depending on maturity; 21+ = adult law. Eliminate options that suggest treatment like adults, no punishment despite responsibility, or sharing penalties with parents.
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