| In this paper I will provide a brief historical overview of the developent of juvenile and adult (in)justice processes in Canada, followed by a description of the current situation for women and girls who are charged, prosecuted and imprisoned in Canada. I will also highlight some of the issue areas and some of the particular circumstances faced by criminalized women, especially those who are young, racialized, poor, lesbian and/or disabled. |
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