chapter 2 YCJA Flashcards
1
Q
what do police first consider when they catch a youth committing a crime
A
They first consider extra judicial measures
2
Q
what are some extra judicial measures
A
no action warning crown caution referrals extra judicial measures
3
Q
what happens in a police caution
A
there is either a letter to parents or you talk to the chief
4
Q
what happens in a crown caution
A
official letter to parents
5
Q
what happens in a extra judicial sanctions
A
only if person admits to crime
6
Q
has ycja succeeded at its goal
A
yes crime rate is lower
7
Q
who is included in ycja
A
12-17 year old
8
Q
when can a youth be imprisoned
A
only a serious crme
