CRM 3312 Lecture Notes - Anger Management, Conflict Resolution, Social Learning Theory

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Criminology
• Course: CRM 3312
• Professor: Kenneth Campbell

Document Summary

Youth and adults should not be held accountable in the same way. Adolescence a distinctive stage of development many physical, psychological, social and. In canada- treatment has evolved significantly, but recognition of special needs and limitations. 3 stages of criminal accountability: childhood 0-11 no liability, 12-17 limited accountability, 18 and up adulthood full legal accountability and rights. Ycja premised on belief that youth is similar to a state of diminished responsibility similar to those lacking criminal intent also known as (ncr) Lack fully developed sense of moral judgment because of age and understanding. Lack intellectual capacity to appreciate fully the consequences of their acts. May lack empathy for victims because of their underdeveloped maturity. They make poor criminals and are easier to apprehend. In youth cases there is more discussion for rehabilitation as opposed to adult court hearings. Adolescents lack judgment and knowledge to effectively participate in the court process. They are much more vulnerable than adults.