Houston Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyers
If your minor has been charged with a crime, it is important to have an attorney who understands the juvenile law system. At Laird Valdez, LLP we have the experience and knowledge to help those who have been charged with juvenile crimes in Texas. We understand the different laws associated with juvenile crimes, and we handle juvenile criminal defense cases with an innovative approach-with the same attention to detail as a criminal case-in order to protect your child in today's brutal court system.
Juvenile criminal defense charges can include either felonies or misdemeanors such as:
- Violent Crimes
- Assault
- Sex Crimes
- Sexual Harassment
- Drug Crimes
- Underage Drinking
The Repercussions of Juvenile Crimes
Juvenile crimes can have an effect on a child in the school system. A child could be put on an alternative campus, or a charge could affect their college prospects. Serious charges could force a child to go to the Texas Youth Commission, where they may have to do prison time until the age of 21. It is the goal of our attorneys to fight for your child. We aim to have any juvenile charges have as little effect as possible on your lives. Our team of lawyers will examine your case down to every detail, and question any charges that have questioned your child's integrity.
With changing juvenile laws, educators and school officials are able to write criminal citations against minors regarding criminal or even mischievous behavior. For example, schoolyard fights are often criminalized. Regarding any charge, it is important to speak with an attorney regarding your child's rights immediately.
Lawyers who are unfamiliar with the juvenile system may believe that juvenile cases should be plead out because they think records will be sealed. This is not true. In fact, if a minor is convicted more than once, juvenile offenses and criminal convictions can build on their record and have a severely damaging effect to the child's future.
If your child has been charged with a juvenile crime, their future may be at stake. Contact our firm today for a free consultation. We are committed to helping minors fight any charges and will do whatever it takes to protect the rights of your child.
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