Net widening is considered a serious issue as it depletes system resources and impedes proper intervention with appropriate youth.

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Net widening refers to the process by which interventions designed to divert individuals (especially youth) from the justice system inadvertently result in more individuals being brought into the system, thus straining resources and potentially involving individuals who might have been better served through less formal means.

Net Widening Is Considered a Serious Issue as It Depletes