Ch. 2 Flashcards
What ages of people does the YCJA deal with?
12-17
Is the Criminal Code of Canada the law that determines what happens to Youth?
No. It’s the YCJA
What do police consider when determining the consequences for a young offender?
- Circumstances
- Attitude
- Past offences
- Home life
How many jurors sit on the bench?
12
True or False: A juror’s decision is a democracy- the vote with the highest number wins
False- it has to be unanimous
What are some of the rights Youth have when breaking the law?
-Right to an attorney
-Right to know their rights in a language they understand
-Right to a phonecall
-Right to speak to parents
-Right to NOT speak
etc.
What is the difference between FAIR and EQUITABLE?
Fair = everyone gets the same thing Equitable= people are given different things based on their needs
What are the two MAIN intentions of the YCJA?
rehabilitate and reintegrate
What do the blindfolds and scale represent in Lady Justice?
Blindfold: people are treated fairly without bias
Scales: crime fits the punishment
What happens when a young offender does NOT complete their assigned community service or they don’t show up?
They have to go to court and see a judge
What does rehabilitation mean?
Fixing the underlying problems a person is having to help them with their criminal past
What does reintegration meant?
Helping criminals enter back into society as productive citizens
What does the Elizabeth Fry Society focus on?
Women and girls
What is an extrajudicial measure?
A consequence that does NOT include the court
What are Justice Advocacy Groups?
Organizations that advocate for offenders, educate the public, try to solve underlying reasons for crime, lobby for legislation, etc.
