City of Edinburgh Council

Youth offending - general information

Youth Offending Service

We work with children and young people aged 8 to 18 to address their offending behaviour.

Pre Referral Screening

Multi-agency screening of young offenders to ensure they get the help they need, when they need it

Young people who pose a high risk of harm to others

Multi-agency framework to address young people who pose a significant risk of harm to others.

Youth Offending - 16 and 17 year olds

Management of 16 and 17 year olds within Edinburgh's Criminal Justice system.

Youth Justice Strategic Partnership

Multi-agency group providing strategic leadership for those working with children aged 8 to 18 involved in offending and antisocial behaviour.


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Community Justice Authority - Edinburgh and the Borders

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Youth offending service

Children and Families

5-7 Hill Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3JP

Tel: 0131 220 4510

Email: youthjustice@
edinburgh.gov.uk