“young person”

This page presents an official legal definition of “young person” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: New Zealand New Zealand

In Youth Court and Family Court cases under the Children, Young Persons, and Their Families Act, 'young person' means a boy or girl aged 14, 15 or 16, but doesn't include anyone who is or has been married or in a civil union.

Source: Glossary of Legal Terms (New Zealand Ministry of Justice)