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YOUTH JUSTICE ACT 1997 - SECT 48 Limitations on imposing sentences

YOUTH JUSTICE ACT 1997 - SECT 48

Limitations on imposing sentences

(1)  The Court must not impose a sentence that is more severe than would be imposed on an adult who committed the same offence.
(2)  The Court must not impose a sentence referred to in section 47(1)(f) , (g) or (h) unless it has first obtained a presentence report.
(3)  The Court must not impose a sentence referred to in section 47(1)(i) unless it has first obtained a rehabilitation program assessment.