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PRACTICE
JUVENILE OFFENSES
AN ALABAMA FIRM FOR ALABAMA FAMILIES
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If your child or another young person in your life is facing criminal charges, time is of the essence. While the charges and penalties for juvenile offenses can seem less stringent than those for adults, they can still create a record that haunts the young person for life. Getting a “not guilty” verdict may be possible with help from the attorneys at The Cahaba Law Group.
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COMMON JUVENILE CRIMES
While anyone under the age of 17 that commits a crime can head to the juvenile justice system, there are some crimes more commonly committed by young people. These include:
- Possessing drugs or alcohol
- Vandalism
- Petty theft
- Assault
- Sexual offenses
In the juvenile system, the focus is on rehabilitation, not incarceration. Often youth go to educational programs instead of jail. Still, the record can be long-standing. In addition, some youth are tried as adults. Thus, a strong defense with a skilled lawyer is vital.
CONSEQUENCES FOR JUVENILE OFENSES
If a young person is convicted of a juvenile offense, they have to leave school and go to detention or a rehabilitation program. They also get a mark on their permanent record. These can make life as an adult more difficult. Thankfully, young people and their parents have rights when an arrest occurs, and you can protect those rights with help from The Cahaba Law Group.
Reach out today to schedule your consultation.
