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1. www.gov.uk › courts › youth-courtsCriminal courts: Youth courts - GOV.UK

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   A youth court is a special type of magistrates’ court for people aged between 10 and 17. A youth court has either: 3 magistrates; a district judge; There is not a jury in a youth court.

2. www.gov.uk › government › publicationsStandards for children in the youth justice system 2019 ...

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   Feb 25, 2019 · Given the maturity of the youth justice system, now is the right time to move from process-driven requirements to focusing on outcomes and positive change. More than ever, these Standards...

3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Youth_justice_in_EnglandYouth justice in England and Wales - Wikipedia

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   The youth justice system in England and Wales comprises the organs and processes that are used to prosecute, convict and punish persons under 18 years of age who commit criminal offences. The principal aim of the youth justice system is to prevent offending by children and young persons. [1]

4. www.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk › youth-courtsYouth courts - Criminal Justice Inspectorates

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   Oct 27, 2023 · A youth court is a special type of magistrates’ court for children aged between 10 and 17 years, reflecting both the age of criminal consent (10 years old) and the legal transition to...

5. www.unicef.org.uk › youth-justice-in-the-uk-aYouth justice in the UK - a rights-based analysis - UNICEF UK

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   The report includes 45 recommendations for the UK government and devolved administrations to consider which include: Raising the minimum age of criminal responsibility to at least 14 years of age. Stopping the use of in-humane practises on children such as solitary confinement, tasers and spit-hoods.

6. justice.org.uk › youth-justiceYouth justice - JUSTICE

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   For many crimes, children and young people are tried in the youth court, which is staffed by magistrates or a district judge and which hears cases in private in order to protect the privacy of the child.

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   Where can a juvenile be tried?

   • A juvenile will ordinarily be tried in the Youth Court. A juvenile may be tried in an adult Magistrates' Court only if he is charged alongside an adult. A juvenile will be tried in the Crown Court where: The court should consider representations only and not evidence.

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   What is a youth court?

   • A youth court has either: There is not a jury in a youth court. Your parent or guardian must come with you: Youth courts are less formal than adult courts, for example: A youth court deals with cases like: For serious crimes, like murder or rape, the case starts in the youth court but will be passed to a Crown Court.

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   What is the difference between a youth court and adult court?

   • Youth courts are less formal than adult courts, for example: A youth court deals with cases like: For serious crimes, like murder or rape, the case starts in the youth court but will be passed to a Crown Court. The court can give a range of sentences including: If you disagree with the court’s verdict, you may be able to appeal.

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   Are youth courts inhabited?

   • It was concluded that it is important that youth courts are ‘inhabited’ by a diverse group of actors who feel both an individual and a collective responsibility to prevent and address disparities and are willing to work collaboratively on establishing a fair and inclusive court culture and practice.

   Youth courts - Criminal Justice Inspectorates

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   What happens if a child is transferred to a youth court?

   • The most serious offences, including murder or rape, will begin in the youth court but will be moved to the Crown Court for jury trial. Where the child has an adult co-defendant who is transferred to the Crown Court, the child’s case will also be transferred. Cases coming to the youth court have fallen dramatically in recent years.

   Youth courts - Criminal Justice Inspectorates

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   How can youth courts cope with the court process?

   • There are simple steps that can be taken to help them cope with the court process. Youth courts should be ‘inhabited’ by a diverse group of actors who feel both an individual and a collective responsibility to prevent and address disparities and are willing to work collaboratively on establishing a fair and inclusive court culture and practice.

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8. yjlc.ukYJLC - Youth Justice Legal Centre

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   Oct 18, 2024 · YJLC is a centre of excellence on youth justice law in England and Wales. We provide comprehensive and up-to-date legal knowledge and expertise on children’s rights in the criminal justice system.