Age of criminal responsibility Flashcards
1
Q
What is the age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales?
A
10
2
Q
What is the age of criminal responsibility in Scotland?
A
12
3
Q
What are special magistrates’ courts?
A
Youth courts that hear cases involving people aged 10 to 17
4
Q
What is different about youth courts?
A
defendants are called by their first name and members of the public are not allowed in, the court cant send anyone to prison but can impose sentences including a detention and training order carried out in a secure centre
