1
Q
What were the laws for youth in the 17th - 19th century?
A
No laws, they were treated as adults
2
Q
Which youth act had a minimum age of 7 for sentencing?
A
Juvenile Delinquents Act
3
Q
When was the Juvenile Delinquents Act established?
A
1908
4
Q
Which youth act encouraged that parents be part of the process?
A
Juvenile Delinquents Act
5
Q
Which act introduced a separate court system for youth?
A
Juvenile Delinquents Act
6
Q
Which youth act replaced the JDA in 1984?
A
Young Offenders Act
7
Q
Which youth act emphasized that the public needs to be protected?
A
Young Offenders Act
8
Q
Which youth act introduced the minimum age of 12 to be charged?
A
Young Offenders Act
9
Q
With the YOA, what happens to youth offenders under the age of 12?
A
Referred to child and family services
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