If the offender was under 25 years of age at the time of the offence and if they are suffering from a serious developmental disorder, the court may commit them to an institution for young adults if:
the offender's developmental disorder was a factor in the felony or misdemeanour that they committed; and
it is expected that the measure will reduce the risk of further offences being committed in which the offender’s developmental disorder is a factor.
Institutions for young adults must be managed separately from other institutions and facilities under this Code.
The offender should be taught the skills needed to live independently and without further offending. In particular, they should be encouraged to undergo basic and advanced vocational and professional training.
The deprivation of liberty associated with the measure amounts to a maximum of four years. In the event of the recall to custody following release on parole, it may not exceed a maximum of six years. The measure must be revoked when the offender reaches the age of 30.
If the offender was convicted of an offence committed before reaching 18 years of age, the measure may be implemented in an institution for minors.
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