CM 03-12 Flashcards
What defines a child under the Oranga tamarki act?
Under 14
What defines a young person under the OT act?
14-17 years old
What are the 4 paramount considerations with dealing with CYP
The well being and best wishes of the CYP
The public interests
The interests of the victim
Accountability of the CYP for their behaviour
What agency do police work with in relation to CYP?
Oranga Tamariki
What is section 48 of the OT act?
When a CYP is found in a vulnerable position (physical/mental/impaired), con stables can use necessary force to take them home
What is section 42 of the OT act?
If critically necessary, police may Enter, Search, Detain, Remove and Place a child elsewhere. So if a child is in immediate danger you can take them without warrant
If you take a CYP under section 42, what must you do?
Notify the commissioner within 3 days
What is section 10B of the OT act?
Adequate supervision must be made for any child left unaccompanied. Includes food, shelter, safety etc
What does YAS stand for?
Youth aid services
What ages are criminal responsibility?
Under 10 - nothing
10+ - murder / manslaughter
12-13 - offence has to warrant 14+ years
12-13 with prior - Offence has to warrant 10+ years
Who must be informed of police action that significantly affects a CYP?
Parents / caregivers
What does WEEP stand for?
Witness - ensure safety or intimidation
Ensure appearance for court
Evidence - prevent from damage
Prevent further offending
What are the exceptions for arresting a CYP?
Committed a crime worth 14 or more years in prison
OR
For an EBA
What classified a cat 3 offence?
Imprisonable for 2 or more years
What classifies as a category 4 offence?
2 years up to life. Murder etc