[hobonorthern]

I would like to know what? If anything happens to a Young offender charged
With violent crimes prior to 18th birthday. I'm unaware of how the Canadian
Judicial system works is this regard. I have a young ward under my care
Who is extremely concerned about past issues, warrants,etc which occurred
Prior to his 18th birthday. I've also been informed that IF I were to inquire
About his past record i.e. run a check at the local police dept on his behalf
I can't do this.
1] If he did go to the local police dept and inquire about outstanding warrants
Would he be immeadiately arrested/charged ?
2] If he is trying very hard to {straighten out his life} what can we do to
Prevent /defer possible issues with the police dept.
3] IF crimes are forgiven? Or forgotten after 18 HOW DO WE CHECK to see
What if anything is still outstanding before the courts.
4] What issues do we face for possibly aiding & abetting?

[noeymc]

Well in the usa u can get most of anything exsponged at 18 in Ohio anyway

[excon]

Hello hobo:

If he's wanted, that doesn't go away because he turned 18. Crimes are NOT forgiven, even in the great country of Canada.

IF he has charges, the best bet for him would be to hire a lawyer.

excon

PS> Aiding and abbetting?? If you're harboring a fugitive from justice, I think you can be charged.

[RubyPitbull]

Hobo, excon is exactly right.

You mention that he is your "ward." Did a court order this? If they did, you had a legal right to request any information on him prior to his turning 18.

I think you need to follow excon's suggestion. You and your "ward" should seek the counsel of an attorney who specializes in Criminal Law. He will be able to help you figure out what may or may not be pending, and what you have to do to legally resolve this situation. If your ward is trying to straighten his life out, the best thing for him to do is not allow this problem to sit and fester. The earlier he gets it taken care of, the better his chances of it being resolved in his favor. You should be there with him at this meeting with the lawyer and explain what you have done to help him change his life around. That kind of positive influence will not be dismissed by a court. They really do want young people to turn their lives around. You obviously have done something right here and I hope for both of you, this is something that can be straightened out easily enough. But, please don't wait any longer. Find a good lawyer.