In the matter of Z [2011] JRC 019 (24 January 2011)

In the matter of Z [2011] JRC 019 (24 January 2011)

The Court found that Z's escalating substance abuse and self-harming behaviour met the statutory criteria for secure accommodation, and that a 28-day order was in Z's best interests to ensure safety and enable consideration of future therapeutic interventions free from the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Citation
[2011] JRC 019
Parties
Applicant: Minister; Respondent: Z
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
24 January 2011
Procedural Posture
Secure Accommodation Order Application / Judgment on Application
Outcome
application granted
Legal Topics
Secure Accommodation, Child Protection, Substance Abuse, Self Harm
Child Law Family Law Secure Accommodation Child Protection Substance Abuse Self Harm

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Parties

Minister

Applicant

Z

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Secure Accommodation Order Application / Judgment on Application

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether criteria for secure accommodation order under Article 22(1)(b) Children (Jersey) Law 2002 are met
  2. 2 Whether making the order is in Z's best interests

Ratio Decidendi

The Court found that Z's escalating substance abuse and self-harming behaviour met the statutory criteria for secure accommodation, and that a 28-day order was in Z's best interests to ensure safety and enable consideration of future therapeutic interventions free from the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Court Disposition

application granted

Orders

  • Secure accommodation order for Z for 28 days at Greenfields.