A juvenile, aged seventeen (17), on Nevis was formally charged by police in connection with several traffic-related offences.

A press release from the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) says the offences include: Taking a Vehicle Without the Consent of the Owner, Driving Without Insurance, and Driving Without a Valid Driver’s License.

The charges were laid on Tuesday October 14^th, at the New Castle Police Station, in the presence of the juvenile’s parent.

Following the formal charge, the juvenile was released into the custody of the parent on a Release of Child Detention Form, pending an appearance at the Social Services Department on Wednesday Oct. 15^th. A “Notice to Appear at Initial Inquiry” Form was also issued.

In St. Kitts & Nevis, to start learning to drive: the person must be at least 17 years old to apply for a permit. However, the minimum age for a license is 18.