Oranga Tamariki Act 1989

Question 1

what are the ages of CYP’s under OT 1989

Answer 1

0-13 = child
14-17 = young person
18+ = adult

Question 2

what is the paramount principle of OT 1989 (s6)

Answer 2

the wellbeing and best interest of the CYP are the first and paramount consideration

Question 3

s214 of OT 1989?

Answer 3

powers of arrest for
W - witness interference
E - ensure court appearance
E - evidential material (CADD)
P - prevent further offending

Question 4

what are the exception to s214 OT 1989

Answer 4

• category 3 and 4 offence + public interest
• necessary for EBA procedures

Question 5

s215 OT 1989?

Answer 5

giving a CYP their BOR
- before questioning
- when CYP asks for rights
- when arresting
- for statements

Question 6

s42 OT 1989?

Answer 6

entry because its critically necessary to protect a child

Question 7

s48 OT 1989?

Answer 7

child unaccompanied
- detain
- return (home, with consent)
- place (OT care)

Question 8

criminal responsibility for 10-11 year olds

Answer 8

murder and manslaughter

Question 9

criminal responsibility for 12-13 year olds

Answer 9

murder and manslaughter, offences with 14+ years