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In summary, the Brooke-Strickland Act enabled the state to expedite convictions of criminals faster, with fewer opportunities to appeal, and with much harsher penalties for crime of any nature. In particular, it meant that minors would be tried and convicted just like adults. This was in response to a massive crime wave that took place over two decades during the 2030's and 40's, during the periods of unrest following the financial collapse of nations across globe caused by the effects of sea level rise, political instability from AI spin off technology, and massive move towards heavy automation. After the destabilization caused by the chaos, western nations elected much more authoritarian governments.