YOUTH CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACT
Youth offences are tried in youth court and are dealt with under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) legislation. The offences are the same as what you would see an adult face. However, the courts have a different set of rules and guidelines when adjudicating youth offences.
Under the YCJA, every judge must ensure the punishment for the crime accomplishes two goals:
- The Accused Is Accountable For Their Actions
- The Punishment Encourages Rehabilitation & Reintegration Into Society