Juveniles Charged with Delinquent Behavior
Juvenile court’s sole purpose is no longer to rehabilitate, but to punish young offenders.
Children or teenagers under 18 are generally charged in juvenile court for delinquency or engaging in delinquent behavior. If tried as an adult, however, a child may face a prison sentence.
The Innocence Legal Team can protect your child from being overcharged or from being wrongly tried as an adult.
Decades of Successful Juvenile Defense
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Juveniles, unlike adults, do not have the right to a trial by jury. Serious crimes, such as murder or rape, can be tried as felonies in a criminal court. The court process is traumatic for both the child and his or her family and why it is very important that your child be protected by the best legal team and resources.
- All allegations are treated seriously by the court, even if your child has been wrongly accused;
- All children will be treated as though they are guilty, will be charged, booked and spend time in jail.
- You must know what the charges are against your child and what to do for his or her release.
If Your Child Has Been Accused
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There are a number of court hearings and procedures you must be prepared for as your child is handled by the legal system. You will need the best attorneys to protect your child’s constitutional rights, obtain his or her release from custody, and protect your child from wrongful conviction.
If your child has been arrested or you suspect he or she may be accused, we strongly advise that you do not participate in
- Pretext Phone Calls: If the alleged victim or a family member attempts to speak with your child, refuse any contact. The police may arrange such a call in order to coerce an apology by offering to dismiss charges. Any apology given will be used to establish your child’s guilt.
- Search and Seizure: Do not interfere with or resist a search and seizure effort by police. This will only complicate your child’s defense.
- Police Interviews: You or your child have no obligation to speak to the police without an attorney. Investigators are highly trained interviewers and any efforts you or your child make to explain the circumstances will only be used for a conviction.
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With nearly four decades of experience and a network of experts, the Innocence Legal Team can make the difference between proving your child’s innocence, or being punished with probation or serving a term in either a youth facility or state prison.
Sealing Police Records
If you have been convicted of crime as a juvenile and want to know if your records may be sealed or expunged, an experienced member of the Innocence Legal Team can tell you if you are eligible, how long it will take to expunge the record and what it will cost.