In Comparison to the Criminal Code of Canada, the Youth

question 11

Multiple Choice

In comparison to the Criminal Code of Canada, the Youth Criminal Justice Act

• A) has a more punitive philosophy although the punishments are less severe.
• B) has a more rehabilitative philosophy.
• C) is based on research findings that young offenders learn well from negative reinforcement.
• D) is based on research findings that young offenders show behaviour change in response to brief and intense punishment.
• E) includes specific recommendations for behavioural interventions.