Definitions
Applying Laws
What is Justice?
YCJA stands for...
What is the Youth Criminal Justice Act?
violent or non violent.
Seriousness of the offence
A young person may need counselling for alcohol or drug abuse.
Addressing the underlying circumstances of the young offender.
Institutions and procedures for applying Laws
What is the Justice System?
The age group that the YCJA covers.
What is 12-17 years of age?
Someone whos been in trouble with the law before, may face more serious consequences.
History of the young offender
Providing young offenders with the skills to make positive choices and help them participate positively in their community again.
Rehabilitate and Reintegrate into society.
Rules that apply to everyone - Taking into account individual needs and circumstances
What is, Fair and Equitable?
Allows most young offenders to avoid this.
What is a Criminal Record?
Taking responsibility for their actions, they will face a lesser consequence.
The attitude of the young person
If someone damages another's property - they should repair or replace the property.
A permanent record of breaking the Law, which is public information.
What is a Criminal Record?
Allows some young offenders to face a consequence such as...
The offender may be dealing with substance abuse, or a difficult situation at home.
The circumstances of the young person.
Young offenders are not as responsible for their actions as adults, and should not face the same consequences.
Criminal justice system must separate young from adults and recognize level of maturity.
Performed as part of a sentence, such as assisting in a community food bank.
What is Community service?
This outlet cannot publish young offenders names, unless they face an adult sentence.
What is the Media?