When Ontario police recently received notice of a break-in at the Wonderland theme park in Toronto, they responded in full force without realising that the suspects were three teenage boys. However, the pursuit with helicopters and a canine unit might have underscored the fact that juvenile crimes will be treated with the same vigour as adult crimes. The initial report to police described the perpetrators as masked men, but they turned out to be candy-stealing juveniles.
Child pornography charges follow search of Ontario residence
In Ontario, the courts take any charges involving sexual exploitation seriously. Child pornography charges are quite common, and any person who is facing such charges may have a hard time long before the start of a trial. The most logical step might be to secure the services of an experienced criminal defence lawyer to protect his or her rights and to advocate for him or her.
What to expect following an arrest for juvenile crimes
Young people in Ontario who encounter trouble with the law may have many unanswered questions. They may not know the specifics -- or even the basics -- of the Youth Criminal Justice Act regarding young people who are accused of committing juvenile crimes. The procedures following arrest can also be confusing.
