Who falls under the YCJA?

All young people between the ages of 12 and 17. This means that on a young person's twelfth birthday they become subject to the YCJA. They continue to be governed by the YCJA until the day they turn 18.

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January 2004 More Youth Criminal Justice Act FAQs:

• Introduction
• Arrest / Police
• Extrajudicial Measures
• Extrajudicial Sanctions
• Youth Court

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