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Victim Surcharge – Approach to ordering payment from offenders under 18

Powers under section 137 of the Powers of Criminal Courts (Sentencing) Act 2000.

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Victim Surcharge – Approach To Ordering Payment From Offenders under 18

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This circular reminds judges and magistrates of their powers under section 137 of the Powers of Criminal Courts (Sentencing) Act 2000 when an offender under 18 is ordered to pay the Victim Surcharge.

Published 18 January 2013