Cleland, Alison,

Youth justice in Aotearoa New Zealand : law, policy and critique / Alison Cleland and Khylee Quince. - xxiv, 283 pages ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Is our system Fit for Purpose? -- Constructing Youth: Who are the young people who offend? -- Children, Young Persons and their Families Act 1989: A cloth woven from many strands -- The modern youth justice system in Aotearoa: Principles, personnel and practice -- Family Group Conferences -- Particular challenges in balancing interests -- Conviction, orders and sentencing -- Future directions and challenges. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

"A clear and comprehensive guide Youth Justice in Aotearoa New Zealand: Law, Policy and Critique speaks to youth justice personnel, legal academics and students, criminologists and policy makers. Youth justice practitioners will find the analysis of unreported cases useful. Academics and students of law and criminology will enjoy the discussion of the system in its international and policy context. "--Publisher's website.

9781927183786


Juvenile justice, Administration of--New Zealand
Youth--Legal status, laws, etc.--New Zealand.
Children--Legal status, laws, etc.--New Zealand.

346.93015