Definitions
What is the name of the law that outlines consequences for young people who commit criminal offences in Canada?
A) Criminal Code of Canada
B) Youth Criminal Justice Act
C) Juvenile Offenders Act
D) Children's Rights and Responsibilities Act
B) Youth Criminal Justice Act
When a young person breaks the law and is caught by a police officer, what are the two options the officer may take?
A) Issue a fine or take them to jail
B) Charge the young person or issue a warning
C) Charge the young person (and send them to court) or not charge the young person
D) Arrest the young person or release them immediately
Answer: C) Charge the young person (and send them to court) or not charge the young person
When a young person fails to complete their program or commits a serious crime, what typically happens?
A) They are sent to a rehabilitation center
B) They are referred to court for further consequences
C) They receive a warning and no further action is taken
D) They are immediately expelled from school
B) They are referred to court for further consequences
What is the term for the act of compensating for damage or loss, often required as a punishment for young offenders?
A) Community service
B) Restitution
C) Rehabilitation
D) Probation
Answer: B) Restitution
Which person decides what punishment, if any, should be given to a young offender after a court hearing?
A) Judge
B) Police officer
C) Counselor
D) Victim
Answer: A) Judge
A lawyer who uses evidence to show that someone has broken the law:
A) Defense Lawyer
B) Prosecutor
C) Judge
D) Barrister
B) Prosecutor
Because of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), most young offenders are allowed to avoid:
A) Rehabilitation programs
B) Harsh penalties
C) Criminal record
D) Jail time
What is a criminal record
A criminal record is a document that includes:
A) A list of past jobs
B) A person’s criminal convictions
C) A history of health-related issues
D) A list of completed school courses
B) A person’s criminal convictions
Which of the following refers to the act of performing tasks like cleaning or volunteering in the community as a punishment?
A) Restitution
B) Community service
C) Incarceration
D) Public shaming
Answer: B) Community service
Who works together to create programs for young offenders to help them rehabilitate?
A) The judge alone
B) The police officer and prosecutor
C) A Youth Justice Committee, social workers, and other professionals
D) The offender's classmates
Answer: C) A Youth Justice Committee, social workers, and other professionals
What is the title of a person who assists young individuals in following a program designed to support their needs?
A) Counselor
B) Caseworker
C) Youth Worker
D) Mentor
C) Youth Worker - also social worker,mental health workers or community volunteers
Which age group is covered by the Youth Criminal Justice Act in Canada?
A) Under 12 years old
B) 12 to 17 years old inclusive
C) 18 to 24 years old
D) All minors under 18
Answer: B) 12 to 17 years old inclusive
When a young person commits a serious crime, has a criminal record, or refuses to provide guardian details, a police officer may:
A) Provide a sentence without a trial
B) Charge the young person and send them to court
C) Require the young person to attend a youth center
D) Release the young person with no further action
Answer: B) Charge the young person and send them to court
When a young offender's crime is serious or they have a previous criminal record, they may be sent to:
A) A juvenile detention facility
B) A community service program
C) A counseling center
D) A probation office
Answer: A) A juvenile detention facility
What may a young person avoid if they complete their program, such as community service or counseling?
A) Probation
B) Court
C) A criminal record
D) Imprisonment
Answer: B) Court
What is the term for a set of measures designed by professionals for young people, which may include community service, addiction counselling, or mental health counselling?
A) Rehabilitation Plan
B) Program for Help
C) Youth Justice Program
D) Community Support Plan
B) Program for Help
When a police officer chooses not to charge a young person, they may:
A) Issue a fine
B) Send the young person to jail
C) Give a warning and notify the parents
D) Refer the young person to court
C) Give a warning and notify the parents
What are some examples of sentences that may be given to a young person found guilty of a crime?
A) A criminal record, restitution, prison
B) Probation, fines, or a warning
C) Restitution, community service, or counseling
D) None of the above
C) Restitution, community service, or counseling
Sometimes, a police officer may choose to send a young offender to a program where social workers and professionals may help them. What is this program called?
A) Rehabilitation program
B) Diversion program
C) Treatment program
D) Counseling session
Counselling
Which type of sentence is prohibited for youths aged 12 to 14 under the Youth Criminal Justice Act?
A) A youth sentence
B) An adult sentence
C) A warning
D) A diversion program
Answer: B) An adult sentence
What is the general term for a consequence given to someone who has committed a crime?
A) Punishment
B) Penalty
C) Sentence
D) Sanction
Answer: C) Penalty
Which year did the Canadian government pass the Youth Criminal Justice Act?
A) 2000
B) 2003
C) 2004
D) 2005
2003
Not all youths found committing a crime are charged criminally. Which of the following are alternatives to a criminal charge available to police for youth?
A) Calling parents, community service, counseling
B) Apology, essay/presentation, caution letter
C) Compensation, supervision, community service
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
A permanent record of breaking the law, which is public information, is called:
A) A juvenile record
B) A criminal record
C) A police report
D) A legal history
Answer: B) A criminal record
What does the YCJA protect for young offenders, preventing the news media from publishing their names?
A) Reputation
B) Privacy
C) Safety
D) Legal status
Answer: B) Privacy