Online Sexual Offending by Children – Law & Practice

Online Sexual Offending by Children – Law & Practice

Half-day online bespoke workshop for professionals working with or representing children in the criminal legal system.

Monday 8th June 2026 2pm-4.30pm

Cost: £120 | £60 YJLC Members

Online sexual offending presents some of the most complex and fast-evolving challenges in youth justice. From sexting and image-sharing to AI-generated content and activity on the Dark Web, practitioners are increasingly required to navigate serious offences, safeguarding concerns, and rapidly changing legislation — all while keeping a child-first approach at the centre.

This interactive online workshop from YJLC is designed to equip Youth Justice Services (YJS) practitioners with the legal knowledge, practical tools and confidence to respond effectively to these cases.

You will explore:

• The key offences committed by children online, including forthcoming changes under the Crime and Policing Bill
• Core themes shaping practice, including grooming, sexting, AI and deepfakes, pornography, and the Dark Web
• How to approach Out of Court Resolutions (OoCRs), including applying the Child Gravity Matrix and best practice in cases involving “self-generated indecent imagery”
• Sentencing outcomes and Notification Requirements, and the long-term implications for children

Grounded in the latest legal guidance and real-world scenarios, this session will help you understand the fine line between harmful behaviour and developmentally typical activity, and support you to make proportionate, defensible, and child-first decisions.

With opportunities for discussion, shared learning and practical application, this workshop will strengthen your ability to challenge inappropriate criminalisation, advocate effectively, and achieve better outcomes for children in an increasingly digital world.