The British Institute for Brain Injured Children (BIBIC), which carried out the survey, says people with learning difficulties often cannot understand the terms of the order.
Julie Spencer-Cingoz, chief executive of the charity, said she was not against ASBOs per se, but that a different approach was needed for these young people: "It is important for young people with learning difficulties to learn not to break rules, but interventions must take place at an early stage."
The charity hopes to launch a two-year pilot with Avon and Somerset Police, under which 50 young people would be referred to BIBIC assessment and treatment programmes. John Snell, district commander of Somerset West police, said the project would cost 75,000 per year and the force was seeking funding.
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