What is Extra-Judicial Sanctions? Extra-Judicial Sanctions is a program that diverts the young person from the formal criminal court system while still holding him/her accountable for a criminal code offence. This program is s imilar to the Adult Program of Alternative Measures...
Victim Services assists victims of crime throughout their involvement in the criminal justice system. Assistance is available to victims of crime anywhere on Prince Edward Island. If you live off-Island and are victimized by a crime that occurred on PEI, you are also eligible for...
When a community suffers harm or loss as a result of an offence, a community impact statement may be considered in the sentencing process. Victim Services staff will help an individual prepare the statement on behalf of the community and file it with the clerk of the court for...
If you are a victim of a crime and someone has been charged, you may wish to prepare a victim impact statement to describe the harm or loss you suffered because of the offence. Victim Services staff will help you prepare your statement and file it with the clerk of the court to...
The Prince Edward Island Bridge model brings service providers together to offer programs and support to Islanders who are at very high risk of harm occurring soon. The service providers come from a number of government and non-government agencies. They meet around a Situation...
What is a Pre-sentence Report? A Pre-sentence Report is a report prepared by a Youth Justice Worker and contains information on a person’s character, education, family history, work experience, attitude, etc. The Judge, the Crown Attorney, your lawyer and you will get a copy of...
What is a Probation Order? A Probation Order is a court order which requires a young person to comply with conditions while on Probation. All probation orders have the following standard conditions: Keep the peace and be of good behaviour Appear before the Court when required to...
Prince Edward Island Legal Aid is an access to justice program, providing legal representation and assistance to low income individuals who have serious legal needs in the areas of criminal law, youth criminal justice, or family and civil law. The program has a staff of nine full...