Violation of rights

The rights of youth that are taken in charge by an institution, an organisation or an individual (like a foster home, the Director of Youth Protection, a rehabilitation centre, etc.) are protected by laws (the Youth Protection Act and the Youth Criminal Justice Act). When the institution, organisation or individual does not respect the youth’s rights, it is considered as a « violation of rights ».

Examples of violation of rights :

• A 17-year old is going through serious problems at home. Her situation is subject of a report to the Director of Youth Protection (DYP). The DYP does the evaluation without consulting the young girl.
• A 5 year old child is housed in a rehabilitation centre. Her father wants to visit her. However, the director refuses to grant him the visit.
• The director of an institution decides to place a teenager in an intensive supervision unit. The youth wants to speak to his lawyer to oppose the decision, but is not given the opportunity to do so.

Please note that if you believe that a child is being mistreated or neglected, or if you believe the child displays serious behavioural problems, you can report it to the Director of Youth Protection (DYP).

What to do in case of violation of rights? Contact us:
TTY: 514 873-2648
E-mail: accueil@cdpdj.qc.ca