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Understandably, some California parents deal with a lot of stress after learning that their children are facing juvenile charges. If this situation happens, it's helpful to understand what other parents experience during this time. Here's a closer look at what happens...
In California as well as other states, juvenile court has long been an especially unfriendly element of the court system, and there is a considerable amount of opposition to defendants. People in the system need to be ready for this. Juvenile court bias One of the...
According to the Supreme Court, juvenile courts must afford basic constitutional protections. Juveniles have the right to counsel, the right to cross-examine witnesses, the right to silence and the right to advance notice of charges. The Supreme Court is expanding the...
Not all juvenile crimes are created equal; some are more serious than others. That's why, sometimes, juvenile cases get transferred to adult courts. This happens when the juvenile is charged with a serious crime, or if they’ve had multiple arrests in the past. The...
When a juvenile is arrested and charged with a crime in California, their records may or may not be automatically sealed once they turn 18. Here are the factors that the court considers. Eligibility for expungement Upon satisfactory completion of your punishment and...
Having your child get arrested in California for committing a serious crime can quickly change your lives. After the initial shock has worn off, it's essential to begin looking for a criminal defense lawyer who can represent them. Choosing a legal professional should...
The police might engage in questionable tactics when interrogating a suspect. “Questionable” does not always mean illegal, as law enforcement may legally lie to someone to elicit incriminating responses. Adults might have difficulty keeping themselves out of trouble...
In December 2021, the Los Angeles County district attorney issued a memo announcing a new juvenile diversion program. This proposed program will be expansive, allowing minors accused of many different types of offenses the ability to avoid criminal prosecution so that...
While it might seem intuitive for a parent to dismiss a case of shoplifting something small as a "normal" part of growing up, the reality is that shoplifting is a crime. Even worse, if the child continues shoplifting without intervention, this could set the precedent...
California's three-strike law is in place to give a higher classification to certain crimes that are considered more serious than others. This is a sentencing scheme that applies to individuals who have committed three violent or otherwise serious felonies, mandating...