Victorian Current Acts

YOUTH JUSTICE ACT 2024 - SECT 450

    (1)     A child or young person who is held in custody in a youth justice custodial centre has a right to receive a timely assessment and case plan that—

        (a)     is appropriate for the age, maturity and stage of development of the child or young person; and

        (b)     addresses the individual needs and risks of the child or young person, including any underlying causes of their offending or alleged offending; and

        (c)     fosters the abilities and strengths of the child or young person; and

        (d)     is informed through the timely provision of information by public service bodies, public entities and other service providers.

    (2)     A female child or young person held in custody in a youth justice custodial centre has a right to—

        (a)     gender responsive care and support, including being provided with sanitary products and maternity care; and

        (b)     equitable access to supports, services and facilities.

    (3)     A child or young person held in custody in a youth justice custodial centre has a right to be supported in an inclusive and safe way, with equitable access to supports, services and facilities that respects the gender identity, sex characteristics and sexual orientation of the child or young person.