Peer-reviewed article
CHILD PARTICIPATION AS VICTIMS OR WITNESSES IN CRIMINAL CASES IN CANADA
Anne-Marie Otis ·
Summary
Written by AI, not yet AICS's view · claude-haiku-4-5-20251001This paper examines how children participate in Canada's criminal justice system when they are victims or witnesses to crimes. It describes the legal framework, institutional structures, and procedures that govern child involvement in criminal cases. The work is part of an international collaborative research effort by judges and magistrates focused on child participation in justice systems.
Key points
- Part of international collaborative research by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates
- Focuses on legal aspects of child participation in Canada's justice system
- Examines institutional arrangements for child victims and witnesses
- Describes procedural safeguards and mechanisms for children in criminal cases
Limitations
The document excerpt does not provide specific findings, data, or empirical evidence about outcomes or effectiveness of procedures. It is unclear whether the paper evaluates the adequacy or impact of current systems on child well-being.
Abstract
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on child participation as victims or witnesses in criminal cases. The article explains the legal, institutional and procedural aspects of child participation in the Justice System in Canada