JUVENILE CRIMES
It can be a totally depressing and emotional experience when a parent receives a phone call that his or her child has been charged with a juvenile crime. For any parent the primary interest is to defend the future of the child from the disastrous effects connected with the arrest. Hiring an experienced juvenile defense lawyer at the Law Office of John Vernon Moore P.A in Florida is the most important factor for protecting your child’s future.
Juvenile Justice System in Florida
Individuals younger than 18 years of age who allegedly commit crimes generally do not face the system of criminal justice as adults do, but rather the system of juvenile justice. Furthermore, within certain circumstances, juvenile offenders may be treated just as adults do. For example, if a juvenile is a serial offender who has committed a serious criminal offense in the past, his or her case may be brought directly to adult court. The system of juvenile justice focuses on rehabilitation for teenagers, rather than giving them a severe punishment.
Our expert attorneys at our law office have represented juvenile clients in several cases, including:
- Serious felony charges
- Sexual offenses
- Theft
- Drugs
- Vandalism
- Burglary
- Joyriding
- Traffic and misdemeanor offenses
- Shoplifting
- Criminal mischief
- DUI
Although the system of juvenile justice is far preferred to the Adult Criminal Justice System for minors, the process is still complicated. As a parent, you probably have a lot of questions that require answers regarding the future and freedom of your child. As thoughtful attorneys for juvenile crimes in Florida who have handled several cases involving teens, we want to help eliminate as much stress as possible. We represent both you and your young child, and we know that you are both together when your child is in legal trouble.