Youth

Question 1

Youth Strategies and Resolutions for YAS

Answer 1

• Graduated Response Model: warning - FGC - Youth Court
• Release without charge, OT Intervention, Youth Diversion, Alternative Action

Question 2

S214 - OT Act

Answer 2

Arrest a child without warrant

• Witnesses
• Evidence
• Ensure appearance at court
• Prevent further offending

Question 3

Exceptions to 214?

Answer 3

Nothing under 214 affects LTA / EBA procedures, OT Act, Immigration Act

Question 4

What must you do when arresting a youth?

Answer 4

Youth Bill of Rights, Nominated Person / Lawyer for questioning, Notify commissioner (notification on Ten One within 3 days)

Question 5

Opposing Bail?

Answer 5

S239 - Restrictions on detaining in custody:
WEEP

Question 6

S42 - OT Act

Answer 6

“S42.. I’ll save you”
Powers to enter and search if critically necessary to protect a CYP from injury/death

Question 7

S48 - OT Act

Answer 7

“S48.. out too late”
Unaccompanied CYP

Question 8

S208 - OT Act

Answer 8

“S208.. I’m the principle M8”
A: Criminal proceedings should not be instituted against a CYP if there’s and alternative means available.
H: Vulnerability of a CYP entitles them to special protection (lawyer/nominated person)

Question 9

S215 - OTA Act

Answer 9

Youth B.O.R
Language THEY understand.