Some of the most common offences for young people in Alberta include theft under $5,000, common assault, breaking and entering, uttering threats, and mischief. Punishment for these crimes can range from curfews, fines, and community service to transfers to detention centres and correctional facilities.
For more violent crimes, and depending on the level of severity of the offence, the youth can be tried as an adult. This is more likely for crimes like murder or attempted murder, manslaughter, and sexual assault.