New York City Juvenile Crimes Attorney
Information on Juvenile Crimes Charges
If you have a minor child that has been charged with a crime it can be a frightening and overwhelming experience for everyone involved. While there are differences between the Juvenile Justice System and the Adult Justice System, circumstances surrounding the alleged crime may allow prosecutors to try your child as an adult. The Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Act has jurisdiction over juvenile offenders and as such strives to regulate, punish, rehabilitate and prevent future offenses from the alleged juvenile delinquent. Although the Juvenile Justice System may appear more lenient, any criminal charge of a minor is still a very serious situation. The attorneys from our firm are ready to provide you with the help you need during this difficult time. Contact a New York City criminal defense attorney today to find out more information on what to do if your juvenile child is facing a criminal charge.
A wide array of offenses falls under the jurisdiction of juvenile crimes. Certain offenses are considered chargeable juvenile offenses due to the offender being a minor such as driving without a license, underage consumption of alcohol, truancy from school and running away from home. More serious juvenile crimes fall into these main categories:
- Drug related crimes involving possession, sales or use of illegal narcotics
- Violent crimes causing bodily injury such as assault, murder or rape
- Property Crimes using force or the threat of force to obtain property belonging to another
If your child has been charged with any of these more serious crimes the court may take into consideration the juvenile's age, the severity of the alleged crime, and any previous criminal history when deciding if the juvenile should be tried as a minor or as an adult. When a juvenile is tried and convicted as an adult they may be sentenced to adult prison. It is important to procure the services of an experienced New York City criminal offense attorney to protect your child's rights.
Juvenile Crimes Lawyer Serving New York City
At Perez & Cedeño, P.C. we offer an aggressive, effective defense to help you in obtaining the best possible outcome for your case. Fluent in both English and Spanish our firm represents clients in all areas of criminal defense law including drug crimes, DWI-DUI charges, violent crimes and juvenile crimes. Our number one priority is assisting you with your legal needs during this difficult time. Let us help you craft a successful defense today.
Contact a New York City juvenile crimes attorney from our firm today to discuss your legal needs and options.