Behaviour

Articles explaining youth behaviour orders, parental responsibilities, and legal consequences. Topics include ASBOs, parenting contracts, youth offending procedures, and parental liability.

Acceptable Behaviour Contracts (ABCs)

Acceptable Behaviour Contracts are informal agreements between police, councils and individuals to prevent anti-social behaviour without going to court.

Can I Be Arrested for My Child's Behaviour?

Let's get straight to the point. Your teenager gets caught shoplifting, vandalising a bus shelter, or repeatedly skipping school. As their parent, you're...

Criminal Conduct and Children

When children engage in bullying, vandalism, theft and other harmful behaviour, they can face criminal charges and prosecution.

Discipline and Sanctions in School

Schools set behaviour policies to maintain discipline and respect, with sanctions like detentions or loss of privileges for misbehaviour.

House Parties Advertised on Social Networking Sites

How social media has made teenage house parties riskier, turning backyard gatherings into potential disasters with uninvited crowds.

Parental Rights After Separation if You Were Never Married

Unmarried fathers can get legal parental rights through the birth certificate, a signed agreement, or a court order after separation.

Public Nuisance Offences

Public nuisance offences include vandalism, graffiti and noise complaints, often committed by young people in areas lacking recreational facilities.

Questionnaire: Could Your Child Get an ASBO?

Check if your child's behaviour could lead to an ASBO with this practical questionnaire covering common anti-social conduct.

Teen on the Edge of the Law? A Reality Check

When your teenager's behaviour spirals out of control, here's what actually happens in the youth justice system and how parents can help.

The Role of the Youth Offending Team

Youth Offending Teams bring together police, social services and probation staff to help young people before they offend and reduce reoffending.

Understanding Parenting Contracts

Parenting Contracts are voluntary agreements that hold parents accountable for their child's anti-social behaviour alongside Acceptable Behaviour Contracts.

What Is an Anti-Social Behaviour Order?

An Anti-Social Behaviour Order is a legal agreement used to stop people from reoffending after committing acts that disturb their community.