Children Facing Knife Offence Allegations – A Critical Workshop for Professionals
Cost £120 | £60 for YJLC members (contact [email protected] for your members' discount)
In knife offence cases the narratives heard in court often fail to reflect the realities experienced by children and the sensitive nature of the cases can prevent professionals exploring how to take a child first approach.
To support professionals navigating this complex area, YJLC is offering a half-day, expert-led workshop.
The session will include real-life case studies and opportunities for peer-to-peer learning — making it ideal for youth justice services, lawyers, social workers, therapists, safeguarding leads, and any professionals working with young people in the justice system.
What the workshop will cover:
- The legal framework and key offences
- The latest developments
- Challenging charging decisions & Out of Court Disposals
- Exceptional circumstances
- Sentencing & mitigation
- Alternatives to criminalization
Clear, practical, and relevant. Essential for anyone working with children in the youth justice system.
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