Casey is well known for her exceptional client care as a criminal defence CILex advocate,
earning the trust of those she represents through her empathetic, and passionate approach.
She is a member of The Child (Criminal) Advocacy Expert Advisory Group which is an
advisory body that provides the Ministry of Justice with recommendations on the specialist
training requirements for child criminal legal representation. The group aims to work towards
improving the quality of legal representation for children and ensuring legal professionals

working with children in the youth justice system have the knowledge, skills, and attributes
they need
Here Casey delves into the mechanics of out of court disposals in the youth court,
highlighting the core principles of diversion that underpin them. She presents research that
demonstrates the importance of restorative and diversionary approaches, promoting a child-
centred approach. She then outlines the individual roles of different actors: police decision
makers and cps decision makers. She shares useful resources and guidance throughout.

Key Words/Topics
Out Of Court Disposals
Child Knife Possession Offences – New Government Guidance (February 2026)
Children in Police Custody: APPG "Making Children's Rights a Reality in Police Custody.
Child (Criminal) Advocacy Expert Advisory Group
Diversion
Looked After Children And Care Leavers
Admission of guilt
Acceptance of responsibility
NPCC Child Gravity Matrix
The New Child Information Form
Informal Out of Court Disposals
Community Resolution
No Further Action
Deferred Prosecution
Formal Statutory Out of Court Disposals
ss 66A-G of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998
s.5 Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
OOCD and Criminal Records