Article 7 Time limits for diversionary youth conferences

A report under Article 10B(1)(b) or 10C of the Order shall be made to the Director within 30 working days of receipt of a reference under Article 10A of the Order by the co-ordinator.

The co-ordinator shall notify the Director immediately it becomes apparent to the co-ordinator that the time limit set out in paragraph (1) cannot reasonably be complied with.

The Director may extend the time limit set out in paragraph (1) and may do so whether or not the time so appointed has expired.

Failure to comply with the time limit set out in paragraphs (1) and (3) shall not affect the validity of the youth conference.