Are parents in France and Italy liable for damage caused by student protesters?

As high school protests spread across France and cities in Italy, authorities are considering whether parents should be held responsible when their children damage property. France is weighing fines, following a similar measure introduced in Italy. The French demonstrations began in late September in Seine-Saint-Denis over school conditions, teacher shortages and budget cuts, then broadened to include anger over the cost of living and public services. Some protests have turned violent, with barricades burned, looting and arson.