Extrajudicial Sanctions Program

The Extrajudicial Sanctions Program provides an opportunity for youth 12-17 years of age who have committed minor offences to take responsibility for their actions and help repair some of the hurt they have caused the community. This program operates within the criminal justice process for youth. Youth who have been charged by police and accept responsibility for their actions can be referred to the program by the Crown Attorney. The youth meets with a caseworker and, based on the youth’s offence, abilities and needs, assigned sanctions must be completed by the youth. Sanctions can include activities such as restitution to victims, apologies, community service or learning-based prevention programming specific to the offence. Upon successful completion of sanctions, the Crown Attorney is notified and the youth’s charge is stayed by the Court.

For further information, please contact 519-336-1020 ext. 100 or youth@johnhowardsarnia.com