Register of Appropriate Support Persons (RASP)

Register of Appropriate Support Person (RASP) is a legislated program in the Youth Justice Act. RASP aims to ensure appropriate support is available for young people who are required to be interviewed or charged by police when a responsible adult is unavailable.

Through RASP, Anglicare NT provides a support person to young people (10 – 17 years) who are required to be interviewed by police when a responsible adult isn’t available.

The support person can help a young person with:

  • emotional support
  • understanding proceedings
  • ensuring their rights are upheld and needs met
  • pursuing their preferred way of proceeding while adhering to legal requirements

RASP is available for young people in Darwin, Alice Springs and Katherine. Referrals are through NT Police.

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