Vocabulary
A set of institutions and procedures that enforce laws defined by a set or rules or limitations.
What is a justice system
a consequence for breaking a law. An example is community service hours, jail time or rehabilitation classes.
What is a sentence
Name the two justice advocacy groups we discussed in class.
Elizabeth Fry and John Howard Society
How old do you have to be to have a jury for serious crime?
What is 14 years old
The laws apply to everyone and consider people's needs or situations.
What is fair and equitable
To make part of society again
What does a justice advocacy group do
Non government organization. Provide public education on law, works on helping the underlying issues. Help the ex offenders find jobs and a place to live.
To remove from contact in order to consider only evidence from a courtroom
What is sequester
permanent record of breaking the law. This is open to public knowledge and can restrict you from travel, jobs and volunteer activities.
What is a criminal record
What ages does the YCJA apply too?
What is 12-17 years old
Name some of the different techniques Elders use to rehabilitate aboriginal offenders.
Sharing circles, smudging, cleansing the body and soul and focus on the great four directions
To convict an offender how much of the jury must agree on a decision?
all the jurors must agree on a decision
Aboriginal tradition and an alternative justice method
What is a sentencing circle
What is the difference between the Criminal Code and the YCJA?
Deals with 12-17 yr. Does not allow youth from ages 12-14 to be tried as an adult. Media cannot publish names of youth offenders. The main goal is to help young offenders integrate back into society without a criminal record.
What factors are considered when determining a young offenders consequence?
The seriousness of the crime, history of the offender and their attitude
They are not aloud to contact their family members, they have to stay in a hotel while the trial is going on. No social media or newspapers during the trial. all jurors must stay together at all times.
To instill positive behaviors and attitudes
What is rehabilitate
If you are arrested you have the right to?
-remain silent -speak to a lawyer guardian or parent-have your parents or guardian with you during questioning -to have a lawyer with you if you go to court
What does a youth justice committee do?
These are volunteers from the community. These volunteers work with you, the people you have wronged and the families to determine a just consequence.
How do you become a juror