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IV. SPECIAL PENAL LAWS - K. Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (R.A. No. 9344, as amended by R.A. No. 10630, secs. 4, 6-7, 20 and 38)

Scenario:

In the Municipality of San Gabriel, a 16-year-old minor named Ryan was caught red-handed by authorities in possession of illegal drugs. It was discovered that this was not the first time Ryan was involved in drug-related activities. The local police believe that Ryan is a high-risk youth offender who needs intervention and rehabilitation.

Based on the given scenario, answer the following questions:

1. What is the primary objective of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act?
2. Under the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act, who is considered as a "child in conflict with the law"?
3. What measures can be taken by the law enforcement authorities in dealing with children in conflict with the law?
4. Discuss the process of determining the age of the child in conflict with the law.
5. What are the rights of the child in conflict with the law during the investigation and trial?

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