Young offenders in Victoria could face mandatory life sentences for serious offences. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS

Children could face life sentences for violent offences under tougher youth crime laws as a premier apologises to victims.

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Victoria's Labor government has adopted "adult time for violent crime" laws, mirroring the approach implemented by Queensland's Liberal-National government after its election victory in 2024.

Under the proposed changes, kids as young as 14 would be tried in adult courts and possibly face life terms.

Youths who commit home invasions or aggravated c

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