Sections And General Knowledge Flashcards
What is a child defined as under the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989?
A person under 14yrs old
What is a young person defined as in the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989?
A person between 14-18yrs old
What is the paramount principle in OT 1989?
The wellbeing and best of interest of the CYP!
Section 14 - OT Act 1989
When a CYP is in need of care/protection:
•When caregivers are unable/unwilling to look after CYP
•Child aged 10-13 committing offences which cause serious concern
•CYP out of control, refuse to obey instructions
Section 14AA - OT Act 1989
Circumstances where CYP is suffering:
•CYP is abused,deprived,ill treated, neglected, or unwilling caregivers
•CYP exposed to family violence
•Serious differences between CYP and parents
What is a ROC in relation to OT Act 1989?
Report of concern.
For me to fill out when I feel something may be going on.
Section 42 - OT Act 1989
If necessary to avoid death/injury to CYP I
can:
ENTER (property,vehicle,place)
SEARCH (location)
REMOVE/DETAIN (cyp)
PLACE (with OT)
What are the obligations of Section 42 - OT Act 1989?
1.Identify myself
2.State I am using section 42 of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989
3.Inform commissioner within 3 days
Section 48 - OT Act 1989
If I find CYP unaccompanied, where there physical/mental health could be impaired I can:
•With there consent - Take to parents
•Without consent or caregiver unwilling to take - Place into OT custody
Section 10b - SUMMARY OFFENCES ACT 1981
Being a caregiver for child under 14 that:
•Leaves child
•Without making reasonable provision for supervision of CYP
•For an unreasonable time, or under unreasonable circumstances
Section 214 - OT Act 1989
Necessary to arrest CYP when:
•Witness/Victim safety
•Ensure appearance in court
•Prevent further offending
•Prevent evidence loss
