Section 53
of Children and Young Persons Act
Section 53
(1)
Where a child or young person has been dealt with in connection with an offence by a court or by a family conference, the Juvenile Court may, on its own motion or on the application of the Director or a protector, make an additional order requiring either or both the child or young person and his guardian to undergo such counseling, psychotherapy or other programme or to partake in such other activity as it thinks necessary for the purpose of —
(a)
resolving any relationship problems between the child or young person and his guardian;
(b)
rehabilitating or assisting in the rehabilitation of the child or young person;
(c)
enabling the guardian of the child or young person to manage him; or
(d)
enhancing, promoting or protecting the physical, social and emotional well-being and safety of the child or young person.
(2)
In making an order under subsection (1), the Juvenile Court may require the guardian of the child or young person to enter into a bond to comply with such order.
(3)
Any guardian who fails to comply with any order or requirement made by the Juvenile Court under subsection (1) or (2) is guilty of an offence and liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $2,000.
Maximum age limit for detention in place of detention, approved home or approved school.