What happens if I decide that I would like to take part in an
extrajudicial sanctions program?
First
of all, you must admit responsibility for your act. This admission
cannot be used as evidence against you in the future. Then, the
Crown Prosecutor will put your file on hold for three months and
will send it to a probation officer. You will then either work directly
with the probation officer to decide what actions you must take
to complete the program, or your file will be referred to a Youth
Justice Committee. The Committee will meet with you, talk to you
about your situation, and decide what the consequences for your
behaviour will be and what you must do to fix the harm you have
caused.
WARNING:
The contents of these FAQs are intended as general legal information
only.
If
you have a personal problem, please consult a lawyer.
January
2004
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