Definitions
Applying laws fairly and consistently within a society
Justice
What ages does the Youth Criminal Justice Act deal with?
12-17
A permanent record of breaking the law, which is public information.
Criminal record
The act of restoring/compensating something lost or stolen to its owner, such as paying for damaged property. A young person may be given this as a punishment.
Restitution
This person chooses what sentence to give a young person
Judge
A lawyer who uses evidence to show that someone has broken the law
Prosecuter
At what age can a young offender be tried as an adult in court?
14
What are the 4 factors that determine the consequences for youth?
Circumstances, Attitude, Seriousness, History
How many jury members are there?
12
What are two symbols that are often associated with justice?
Scales, blindfold, sword
A private record of a young offender's interactions with the justice system, which is not permanent unless specific conditions are met.
Youth records
The YCJA was passed by parliament in this year.
2003
What happens when a young person does not complete program or does a serious crime
Young person must go to Court.
Who choses whether a young person should be charged of a crime or not?
What are the names of the 2 justice advocacy groups we learned about?
Elizabeth Fry Society & John Howard Society
To remove a jury from outside contact to ensure impartial fairness within the justice system
Sequester
What act dealt with youth before the YCJA?
Young Offenders' Act (YOA)
What are 3 of your rights if you are arrested as a youth?
Right to remain silent; speak to a lawyer, parent, or guardian; have your parents/guardians present during questioning, etc.
True or false: You can only serve as a jury member once in your lifetime
False
What are these examples of?
warnings, referral to community programs, community service, etc.
Extrajudicial measures
The tendency of a convicted person to re-offend after serving their sentence
Recidivism
What are the 3 purposes of the YCJA?
Prevent crime
Rehabilitate and reintegrate
Give meaningful consequences
(and recognize the reduced maturity of youth)
What is this an example of?
A thief has the chance to sit down with the people they harmed. They are able to understand the impact of their actions, and the victims gain closure.
Restorative Justice
Not all youths found committing a crime are charged criminally. Name three alternatives to a criminal charge available to police.
Calling parents, community service, compensation (restitution), counselling and/or supervision, apology, essay and/or presentation, warning letter, crown caution, etc
What are youth justice committees?
Committees run by volunteers in the community. Work to provide an alternative to court for young offenders. Work within the community to find meaningful consequences for youth. Involve the community in the solutions for youth crime.