Professional Documents
Culture Documents
AGENDA
What is UNCRC?
About UNCRC
What are the 3 Ps ?
What is Duty to Report?
Youth Criminal Justice Act
Youth in the System
Case Study
Debate
Videos and Facebook Group
INTRODUCTION TO UNCRC
THE UNCRC
IMPORTANT UNCRC
ARTICLES
Article 2: Non-Discrimination
Every child has the same rights. No matter where they are
from, if they are male or female, they should not be treated
differently.
Article 3: Best interest
When concerning children, adults should do what is best for
the child. And think about the decisions that are made and
how they will affect the child.
IMPORTANT UNCRC
ARTICLES
Article 6: Right to life
It is recognized that everyone under 18 years of age has a
right to life. The child is also provided with the resources to
survive.
Article 12: Participation
Any child has the right to share their opinions and for adults
to listen and take it seriously. The child has the right to be
heard in judicial and administrative proceedings.
DUTY TO REPORT
YOUTH JUSTICE
Sentencing Principles
Others Diversion:
1) Be the least restrictive alternative
2)
3)
CASE STUDY
QUINCY J. TUTTLE
11 year old brought gun, knife and ammo to school
DEBATE TIME !!
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