Young offender

Young offender
Young persons who, in many states, are treated differently than adult criminals and are tried in special youth courts.

Young Offenders Act (YOA)Federal statute that was replaced by the Youth Criminal Justice Act in 2003.Young PersonUnder the Youth Criminal Justice Act, a person between the ages 12 and 17 inclusive.

YOUNG OFFENDERS ACT
This includes several provisions which reflect the rehabilitative nature of the legislation.
YOUR HONOR
The proper way to address a judge in court.

Related Terms: Child, Minor, Emancipation, Young Offender
An age generally specified by statute, at which time an individual converts or emancipates from being a minor or child to adult, ...

See also: Young person, Yellow dog contract, Wrongful dismissal, Yeoman, Wrong