Aldersbestemmelse
Aldersbestemmelse is the process of establishing a person’s chronological age for legal, administrative, or protective purposes. It is used in contexts such as asylum procedures, child protection, education rights, and juvenile justice, where age affects eligibility for certain rights or protections. The process seeks to determine whether an individual is a minor or an adult, or whether their age falls within specific brackets.
Authorities and frameworks vary by country. In many states, the decision is made by government agencies responsible
Methods to determine age include documentary evidence (birth certificates, civil registry records, passports), witness statements, and
Challenges and limitations include variability in development due to genetics, nutrition, and health; the potential for