Turning 18
Date: Thursday 5th March 2026
Time: 2pm - 4.30pm
Cost: £120 | £60 for YJLC Members. Contact [email protected] for membership information or members' discount code.
Join our online workshop to learn how to achieve the best possible outcomes for children who turn 18 whilst in contact with the criminal legal system.
We will cover the law and guidance applicable to this group of young people at all stages of the system including:
- the availability of Out of Court Resolutions and their criminal records implications ;
- which Court should deal with the cases of children who turn 18;
- bail and remand decisions and processes for children on the cusp of turning 18 and those who turn 18;
- sentencing options for children who turn 18 prior to and during the course of their sentence;
- notification requirements and turning 18;
- the rules on reporting restrictions for children and young adults.
Our facilitators are a source of expertise on the law, best practice and how to get outstanding outcomes for children. At these small sessions the facilitator will nurture conversation between the attendees enabling peer learning and rich discussion about the different issues arising around England & Wales.
Facilitator: Ruth McGregor-Hamann
Ruth is a leading youth justice lawyer with a distinguished career advocating for children. She co-founded Just for Kids Law, served on the youth team at top-tier firm Hodge Jones & Allen, and has been a trusted trainer with the Youth Justice Legal Centre for many years. Her extensive frontline experience—from advising children nationwide through the YJLC Advice Line to representing them in police stations and courts—gives her unparalleled insight into diversion and out-of-court decision-making. With over a decade of involvement in youth-focused charities and hands-on work with children, Ruth brings exceptional expertise and credibility to every session.
“Clear, practical, and relevant. Essential for anyone working with children in the youth justice system.”
— Past Participant