Youth Criminal Justice Act

Question 1

Young Person

Answer 1

12- 17 years old at the time of offence
- can only charge 12 or older
- can arrest any age

*young person is still subject to same laws as adults - YCJA procedural how to deal with them

Question 2

Declaration of Principles

Answer 2

• extra-judicial measure often the most appropriate and effective ways to address youth crime
• hold youth accountable for non-violent offence
• emphasize rehabilitation and reintegration

Question 3

Custodial Portion

Answer 3

period of time that must be served in custody before they serve remainder under supervision in the community

Question 4

Serious Violent Offences (MAMAS)

Answer 4

Murder
Attempt Murder
Manslaughter
Aggravated Sexual Assault
Serious Violent Offence

Question 5

Extrajudicial Measures

Answer 5

• measures other than judicial proceedings under this Act that are used to deal with a young person alleged to have committed an offence
• outside the court- no formal process

Question 6

EJM Consideration

Answer 6

A police SHALL consider before starting any judicial proceedings or taking any other measures under this Act
- taking no further action
- a warning from the police
- a caution from police
- a referral from the police
- a crown caution
- an extrajudical sanction

Question 7

Extrajudicial Sanctions

Answer 7

• more formal and most serious
• only used if police warning, caution, referral not enough, or seriousness of offence, previous offences

Question 8

Notice to Parent

Answer 8

Upon Arrest or Detention
- peace officer SHALL as soon as possible give or cause to be given to a parent orally or in writing stating the reason

If Charged
- summons or appearance notice issuing officer will give notice in writing
- promise to appear or recognizance, the OIC will give notice in writing