Journal of Historical Research, Law and Policy 3115-7505 2 Serial Number 8 2024 12 25 Examination of Factors Influencing Juvenile Delinquency in Iran and France Examination of Factors Influencing Juvenile Delinquency in Iran and France 1 18 EN Journal Article 2024 09 09 <p>Juvenile delinquency represents one of the fundamental challenges facing legal and social systems, rooted in a complex interplay of individual, familial, social, and economic factors. A comparative analysis between Iran and France reveals that elements such as poverty, weaknesses in the educational system, domestic violence, and peer pressure play decisive roles in shaping delinquent behaviors in both countries. However, significant differences exist in the foundational principles and criminal policies of the two legal systems. Iran, grounded in Islamic teachings, emphasizes relative criminal responsibility and individual rehabilitation, whereas France adopts a preventive and protective approach that prioritizes alternatives to punishment. The findings of this study indicate that integrating reformative, protective, and preventive policies and revising juvenile criminal laws can provide a foundation for reducing delinquency among this population. Furthermore, drawing upon the successful experiences of progressive legal systems can offer an effective model for improving Iran’s criminal policy toward children and adolescents.</p> https://jhrlp.com/index.php/jhrlp/article/download/70/65