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- If a child is charged alongside an adult, it remains the case that the proper venue for their trial is the youth court. If the adult is sent for trial to the Crown Court, the court should conclude that the child must be tried separately in the youth court unless it is in the interests of justice for the child and the adult to be tried jointly.
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Unless there is a statutory requirement or other compelling reason, cases involving children and young people should be heard in the Youth Court.
Jul 13, 2023 · When diversion is inappropriate and an offence has been charged, in accordance with Section 46(1) Children and Young Persons Act 1933, unless there is a statutory requirement or compelling...
- How youth courts are different from adult courts
- Cases a youth court deals with
- Sentences a youth court can give
- Appealing your sentence
Youth courts are less formal than adult courts, for example:
•members of the public are not allowed in to the court (unless they get permission)
A youth court deals with cases like:
•theft and burglary
•anti-social behaviour
•drugs offences
If you disagree with the court’s verdict, you may be able to appeal. Court staff can give you information on how to appeal.
Jun 1, 2017 · 2.1 Subject to the exceptions noted below, cases involving children and young people should be tried in the youth court. It is the court which is best designed to meet their specific needs.
Youth Court Bench Book Judicial College 1 June 2020 INTRODUCTION The youth court 1. The youth court deals with criminal proceedings against those who are aged 10 – 17 years old. Those under the age of 14 are referred to as ‘children’ and those aged 14 – 17 as ‘young people’. There is an irrebuttable presumption
Feb 25, 2019 · provide a framework for youth justice practice and ensure that quality is maintained. encourage and support innovation and good practice to improve outcomes for children who commit crime....
Children between 10 and 17 can be arrested and taken to court if they commit a crime. Identity of children accused of a crime. The identity of a child aged between 10 and 17 charged with a...
