GO Youth Justice Flashcards
1
Q
What is the age of criminal responsibility?
A
> 10
between 10 and 14 there is rebuttable presumption RE intent
2
Q
Who can be a cautioning officer?
A
Sgt or above
Member at PSB
Crime prevention supervisor
3
Q
What is a minor offence?
A
Determine by opinion of member, offence that is desalt with as minor because:
limited extent of harm caused through commission of offence
Character and antecedents of alleged offender
Improbability of youth re-offending
Attitude of youth parents or guardians where relevant
4
Q
Who is a youth?
A
10-18
5
Q
What are the rules regarding interviewing a youth?
A
parent or guardian
Red Cross
DCP
ALRM for ATSI
