What happens next [pdf, 2.7 MB]
...it’s decided if people have broken the law or rules You’ll only have to go to court if the accused or defendant (the person the Police say has broken the law) says they didn’t do what you or the Police say they did. This is called a not guilty plea or Judge Alone Trial (a trial). There are a few things you’ll need to know if you’re going to court because it’s a place where mostly adults go. It’s a very big place and can be a bit scary or confusing for young people (and...