Module 7 - Interacting with Young People Flashcards
What are the broad influences that affect the relationship between police & youth
• The social background of people
• Constriction of social space
• Political & occupational pressure on police
4 Risk factors related to young people?
• Family
• School/Education
• Community
• Individual/Person
Punitive Justice
Focus on Punishment
Restorative Justice
Parties come together
Court Diversion
Diverting from court
Adult Caution
Warning
Youth Caution
Formal Process
What are the alternatives for youth arrest?
• Warning – Street
• Cautions – police station
• Youth Justice Conference – There
What is the first key principles?
Least restricted of sanction is to be used
How many cautions can you give a kid?
3 for each offence
Can a child under 10 years old be held criminal liable?
No
What are some PCYC Fit for Programs?
• FITFORWORK
• FITFORCHANGE
• FITFORHOME
• FITTOSTRIVE
• FITTOLEARN
• FITTOGETHER
• FITFORSERVICE
Indictable offences can be divided into two categories, what are they?
Serious and Minor
How many cautions can only be issued to the same offender under the Young Offenders Act 1997 (NSW)
Three
What are four, major risk factors associated with offending youth?
• Family neglect
• School performance
• Poverty
• Substance abuse
Which of the following answers matches the criteria for a parent under the Young Offenders Act 1997 (NSW) is?
A person who has lawfully custody of a child
The Mental Health Act 2007 (NSW) gives police the power to detain, search and transport the mentally ill in certain circumstances, what section is this?
Section 22
What are the risk factors associated with youth as victims as crime?
• The type of area that people live in
• Personal characteristics
• Aspects of their lifestyle and upbringing
Using appropriate discretion allows you to better fulfil your role, functions and duties by complying with The Oath of Office (OOO), statement of Values (SoV) and Code of Conduct and Ethics (CCE)
True
How do you deal with conflict of interest?
a. Identify
b. Avoid
c. Report
d. Manage the conflict
According to the Graffiti Control Act 2008 (NSW) Section 20(b), graffiti proceedings must commence no later then?
2 years
When taking identification particulars from persons in custody, what Section of LEPRA 2002 supports this?
Section 133
What impact does doli incapax have on an offender aged under the age of 10?
Offenders under the age of 10 years old cannot be charged with a criminal offence
LEPRA 2002 Makes provision for the legal obligation towards vulnerable people when in police custody, what section?
Section 112
How does the Young Offenders Act 1997 (NSW) define a child?
A person who is of or over the age of 10 and under 18 years of age
What are the consequences of unauthorised access, use of disclosure of confidential information?
• Being charged criminally/convicted
• Risking your job or your career prospects
• Risk the safety of your colleagues and members of the public
• Jeopardising an investigation
• Losing the trust of your colleagues and the community
Constriction of social space means?
Public space design favours commercial activity over social activity
A CIN and or a FCAN can be issued to offenders under the age of 18 years?
False
Which of the following are included in the three broad influences in police relationships with youth?
- Social background of the young person
- Political and occupational pressure on police
- Constriction of social space
A warning must be given by the Court under the Young Offenders Act 1997 (NSW)
False
