Ramadan‘s Son’s Case Highlights Juvenile Justice Measures in Egypt
Cairo, egypt – September 11, 2025 – Following allegations of assault involving the son of egyptian artist Mohamed Ramadan, legal attention has turned to the penalties applicable to minors under Egyptian law.The incident, reported to the October Police Department on September 9, 2025, centers around claims that Ramadan’s son physically harmed Omar Al-Talib, a sixth-grade student in Sheikh Zayed, causing visible bruising and redness to the boy’s left cheek. This case underscores the specific legal framework governing the treatment of juvenile offenders in Egypt, notably those under the age of 15.
Egypt’s Child Law No. 126 of 2008 outlines a distinct set of corrective measures for children who commit crimes, diverging significantly from the penalties imposed on adult offenders.Rather than imprisonment, the law prioritizes rehabilitation and social reintegration for those not exceeding 15 years of age. The potential measures, determined by the court, include a reprimand, placement in foster care, mandatory educational or vocational training, assigned civic duties, a period of judicial supervision, work for public benefit (ensuring it doesn’t endanger the child’s well-being), placement in a specialized hospital, or commitment to a social welfare institution.
The law’s emphasis on choice sentencing reflects a broader international trend toward juvenile justice reform, recognizing the developmental differences between children and adults and the potential for rehabilitation.The specific measure applied in any given case depends on the nature of the offense, the child’s individual circumstances, and the court’s assessment of the most appropriate course of action. Details regarding the types and conditions of public benefit work are further defined in the law’s executive regulations. As investigations proceed into the alleged assault, the age of the involved parties will be a critical factor in determining the legal path forward.