CYP And Their Families Act 1989 Flashcards
A youth suspect (14 yrs) is asked who he wishes to have as his nominated person at that interview. His parents are divorced and although he lives locally with his mother he nominates his father who lives out of district.
Which of the following actions is most appropriate in the given circumstances?
Advise the father of the circumstances and make enquiries about his availability.
Which of the following people may NOT act as nominated persons, even if the young person specifically requests them.
Select one.
A person you believe on reasonable grounds would attempt to pervert the court of justice if permitted to consult with the young person.
On speaking with a youth apprehended at the scene of an attempted robbery you note he has very poor English. On requesting his name and address and beginning to caution him you note he does not seem to understand you.
In the circumstances, what action is most appropriate?
Select one.
Give him the rights caution with reasonable diligence to gain his understanding.
Gary (16 yrs) is to be interviewed about his part in a serous assault and he is insisting his uncle be his nominated person. On preparing the interview you note that his uncle is also identified as a witness at the scene, in these circumstances you should.
Select one.
Conduct the witness interview to determine if the uncle is suitable for the role of nominated person
When giving advice to a youth not under arrest you should tell them that if they.
Select one or more.
Refuse you their correct name and address you can arrest them.
Consent to accompany you they can withdraw that consent at any time.
Under s2 of the CYF act 1989, which of the following definitions is correct?
Select one.
A young person is aged 14-16 years.
According to s218 of the CYF act 1989, when cautioning a child or young person you must ensure that all…………you give is provided in a Language and ……..that the child/young person can …….
Advice, manner, understand
Which of the following persons would NOT be considered suitable for the role of nominated person for a young person?
A close friend or classmate nominated by the young person.
You are called to an aggravated robbery at a liquor store. As you arrive the offender decamps but you chase and apprehend a 15 year old youth. Before you have time to question him, he states. “I didn’t mean to the shoot the guy”.
Which of the following statements best described the admissibility of the confession?
Select one.
His confession is admissible but he must be cautioned as soon as possible.
When do you caution a youth?
Select one.
Before asking any questions intended to obtain an admission
You are planning to interview Simone (14 years) about her role in a serious assault. As you begin the interview what must you ensure she understands?
Select one or more
That she does not have to say or tell you anything but if she does decide to talk she can chafer her mind at anytime.
That you are obliged to inform her parents or guardian of the interview and if the proceedings that may occur.
Late at night you are called to a suspicious fire at a school. While condoning the scene you locate and search a male teenager. Newspaper and a can of accelerant are found in his carry bag. He refuses to tell you his name. Your caution should make sure he understands.
You can arrest him if he continues to refuse to give you his name and address.
You meet your responsibilities for ensuring a youth understands their rights by receiving an affirmative to the questions ‘do you understand’ after each section of the the caution .
True or false?
False
If the nominated person chosen by the youth cannot be located with reasonable diligence you should ask the youth to choose another person.
True or false.
True
If the youth has chosen a family member other than their parent or guardian as their nominated person, then there is no need to contact their parents or guardian to inform them of their child’s presence at the station.
True or false.
False.
