Youth Court Flashcards
When can the youth court make a detention and training order (DTO) for an offender under 15?
When it is of the opinion that they are a persistent offender and are between the ages of 12 & 14
If a youth has been jointly charged with a crime with an adult who is being tried in the magistrates what court will the youth be tried in?
The adult and juvenile must be tried together in the adult magistrates court
What is a custodial sentence in the youth court
A detention and training order
When can a youth receive a custodial sentence?
When they are aged over 15.
When the youth offending team (YOT) have specifically addressed custody as a possible sentencing option.
If the judge believes the offence is so serious that neither a fine nor a community sentence order can be justified.
