Young offencers act

The Young offenders act (YOA) became a written law on the second day of April

In 1984. The young offenders act applies to you if you are within the ages of 12 to 17 years old at the time at the time they are said to have broken a federal law. The Act does not apply to offences covered under the laws of your province. The Declaration of Principle includes statements similar to the following:

• a young person who breaks the criminal law will bear responsibility for his or her actions,

• young offenders will not always be held as responsible or get the same punishment as adult offenders,

• the public should be protected, as needed, from criminal acts by young people; young offenders need control and discipline, they also have special needs and require help. In general, the best way to protect society is through rehabilitation. This usually means dealing with the needs and c

• parents should look after and guide their children. Young people should not be taken away from their parents' control, partly or entirely, unless nothing else suitable can be done.

So in conclusion I think there are many ways to keep your kids out of trouble. Be Creative! I think parents should be held some what responsible but only on certain issues. I have come to the conclusion that 11 to 18 years old is a good age, by the time your 11 years old you know the difference between right and wrong. At the age of 19 you’re an Adult and should have your life together.

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