Justice and legal in Hamilton, Ontario
JHSO - Hamilton Youth Drug Diversion Program (HYDDP)
Offered by John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area
In short
The Hamilton Youth Drug Diversion Program was initiated by Hamilton Police Services to address the needs of school-aged youth (12 to 17 years old) who are arrested for drug offences.
- Who it is for
- Youth; Youth, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Safety from harm, Legal help and my rights, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Making my own choices
- Where
- 654 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 3A2
- How to reach
- Contact through John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area: (905) 522-4446 · reception@jhshamilton.on.ca · Website
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About this service
The Hamilton Youth Drug Diversion Program was initiated by Hamilton Police Services to address the needs of school-aged youth (12 to 17 years old) who are arrested for drug offences. Rather than send youth to court for their drug related misdemeanors, the police wanted an alternative that would assess the youths individual needs, but still hold them accountable for their actions.
Who can use it?
School-aged youth (12 to 17 years old) who are arrested for drug offences
How do I get in touch?
Call (905) 522-4446, email reception@jhshamilton.on.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Hamilton, Ontario.
654 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 3A2
654 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 3A2Hamilton, Ontario
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