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When charged with a youth criminal offence, it is important to exercise your right to remain silent.
At Kahlon Law, we understand that youth offences must be handled differently from criminal charges involving adults. Our team is well-versed in the complexities of the Youth Criminal Justice Act and how children under the age of 18 are treated differently by the law.
From bail proceedings to trial, we stand beside you every step of the way to secure a favourable outcome. We have connections with educational and social service agencies to help put your child on a rehabilitative path and minimize charges.
Canadian criminal law includes unique principles for youths under 18. The rights and privileges available to youth influence all aspects of the criminal process. From how youth charges are investigated to bail and sentencing, youths are treated differently from adults when charged with a criminal offence. The consequences depend on the seriousness of the offence. Minor charges can sometimes be withdrawn in exchange for counselling or community service.
Cases are prosecuted under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, which focuses on accountability and rehabilitation. The youth criminal justice system aims to address the underlying behaviour, pre-existing conditions, or circumstances that contributed to the offending.
Youth offences require a unique, collaborative approach and an in-depth understanding of the Youth Criminal Justice Act. We take the time to carefully understand your child and the nature of the offence to formulate an effective defence strategy.
Youth crimes are complex to handle! You need a seasoned lawyer who understands criminal procedures and the protections available for young offenders. With extensive experience in youth offences, we know that the rights afforded to young offenders differ significantly from those of adults. Many people are unaware of these unique rights available to minors.
For instance, under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), a minor cannot be asked to make a statement without a parent or another chosen adult present. If this right is violated during the statement-taking process, we use it as a defence point and argue that the statement should not be admitted at trial. We ensure the special rights of your child are respected by both police and Crown attorneys.
Our team works closely with your child, the police, and the Crown attorney to build a strong case and find ways to have the charges dropped. We aim to keep youth out of jail and help get their lives back on track.
As legal specialists, we are adept at defending both children and adults in criminal cases. We know criminal law inside and out, allowing us to respond promptly to all types of youth charges.
The YCJA prioritizes keeping youth out of the court process. We utilize all available alternative measures to help the accused minor avoid formal court proceedings. The court and Crown attorney take a harsher approach only when charges are serious enough to require preventing that behaviour from recurring.
We explore all possible rehabilitative and reintegrative solutions to prevent youth from acquiring a criminal record.
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