James Cook University (JCU) will tackle the contentious issue of youth justice in the next instalment of its Law Seminar Series.
Legal Aid Queensland criminal lawyer Hayley Fox will present Youth Justice – Rights & Dignity on Tuesday, 11 March, covering topics including governing legislation; principles of youth justice; doli incapax; and diversionary and sentencing options for youth offenders.
Hayley will also discuss the importance of treating children with respect and dignity; ensuring their rights are upheld; and promoting their physical and mental well-being.
She will highlight the need for special protection and diversion for vulnerable children.
The Cairns practitioner provides duty lawyer, case management and representation services to people charged with criminal offences in an area spanning Innisfail to the Torres Strait Islands.
The free session will be held from 10am to 11am, online and at the JCU Cairns, Nguma-bada Campus, Smithfield. Register here.
Share this article