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Youth protection law

Our team provides you with lawyers specialized in youth law, with extensive experience in defending the rights of young people and their families in the face of state intervention. Whether you are dealing with proceedings initiated by the Director of Youth Protection (DYP) under the Youth Protection Act, or facing charges under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, we offer rigorous legal representation tailored to each situation. Our lawyers assist you from the very first intervention by the state, ensuring that your rights and interests are protected at every stage of the judicial process.

Our areas of practice

  • Reporting or intervention by the Director of Youth Protection (DYP / DPJ)
  • Request to extend an emergency protection measure
  • Hearings on endangerment, custody, or provisional measures
  • Contestation of voluntary measures or placement decisions
  • Defense under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA / LSJPA)

Our three-step approach

1. Opening the file

If you choose to entrust us with your case, we begin by officially opening your file, which includes :

  • Free evaluation of your situation to determine if intervention is appropriate
  • Preparation of required documents
  • Collection of essential evidence
  • Communication with key witnesses and stakeholders
  • Development of a strategy suited to your child’s situation
  • Clear and compassionate answers to all your questions
2. Analysis and orientation
Once the file is opened, we carefully analyze every legal and factual aspect, considering the specific rules of youth law and those applicable to DYP or youth criminal justice. Our team considers the law, jurisprudence, and constitutional rights relevant to each case. This analysis allows us to guide your defense toward the most effective strategy — whether it involves challenging a report, negotiating less restrictive measures, or pleading your case before the court.
3. Execution of the strategy

Depending on the chosen strategy, we carry out the necessary actions to protect your rights and those of your child. This includes:

  • Representation at hearings before the Youth Division
  • Negotiation with authorities to obtain voluntary or alternative measures
  • Challenging DYP or court decisions
  • Advocacy to demonstrate that state intervention is unjustified or that the child’s rights have been violated
  • Negotiation with prosecutors in youth criminal matters to reduce charges or obtain more lenient sentences

Why choose CSG Avocats?

At CSG Avocats, we have set up specialized teams to cover all aspects of criminal law, whether dealing with minor charges or complex cases involving imprisonment.

Each member of our team is trained to intervene quickly, with rigor and strategic precision, depending on the specific nature of the offense you are facing. We adapt our approach to your reality, whether you are a first-time accused or a person with an existing criminal record. What sets us apart:

  • Extensive expertise in all types of crimes (persons, property, drugs, driving, etc.)
  • Human, personalized, and transparent support
  • A strategy built to measure at every stage of the judicial process

Our objective

To help you regain control while ensuring the most effective defense of your rights and interests.

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The sooner you act, the greater your chances of securing a strong and well-prepared defense. Our team is here to listen to you, guide you, and protect your rights at every stage of the legal process, with rigor, humanity, and dedication.
819-770-4888
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Monday to Friday – 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
166 Wellington Street, Gatineau, QC J8X 2J4
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