OT

Question 1

Doli incapax

Answer 1

Ancient common law that children under a certain age are incapable of evil

Question 2

Doli Incapax in NZ

Answer 2

• Child under 10 years old cannot be legally responsible for their actions
• children between 10-13yo cannot be criminally liable unless they knew their act or omission was wrong and illegal

Question 3

Section 214(1)

Answer 3

Arrest without warrant for the purpose of
- appearance before court
- prevent further offending
- prevent loss or destruction of evidence
- prevent interference with witnesses

Question 4

Section 214(2)

Answer 4

• child or yp has committed a category 3 or 4 offence where maximum penalty is at least 14 years imprisonment
• public interest

Question 5

Section 218

Answer 5

Explanations given in a manner and language appropriate to their level of understanding

Question 6

Section 222

Answer 6

Nominated persons
- parent or guardian
- adult member of family
- any other person selected by child or yp