Youth Flashcards
When deciding on the admissibility of a youths interview, an overriding principle that will guide the judge is
Whether the youth was fully informed of their rights according to s215 of CYP and their families act 1989
In general, should an investigator regard a child or youth under the age of 18 years as a special consideration witness?
Yes, because a specialist interviewer is always required for children and young people
You are about to interview a 15 year old burg suspect when his nominated person informs you the suspect has the mental age of a 5 or 6 year old. In the given circumstances, which is the most appropriate interview model to use?
Minimize any confusion for the suspect by using the conversation management model
(Free recall - cooperative)
(Conv. Manag - reluctant)
(Enhanced cognitive - builds on free recall to assist cooperative)
At 1400 hours you gave Jimmy (15) his rights pursuant to s.215 of the CYPFA1989. At 1445 hours he asks you whether he has to answer the question you just asked him. The most appropriate thing for you to do is
Advise him again of all of his rights pursuant to s.215 of the CYPF act
(Especially if it’s within the last hour >s.219)
