In response to queries about the granting of applications to place an accused under the supervision of a correctional or probation officer in terms of section 62 (f) of the Criminal Procedure Act of 1977, representatives from the Magistracy expressed doubt that the Department of Correctional Services has sufficient capacity to monitor those released in terms of this section. It was said that magistrates are unable to simply release persons awaiting-trial without the assurance that there are arrangements in place to ensure that they will return to court. MPs also heard that a common concern is that the majority of juveniles are being held for 'aggressive' offences. Their parents do not always want them at home for reasons that include being unable to guarantee that they will be able to bring their children to court on the appointed dates. There are also not enough places of safety and secure care facilities.