Clarksville Juvenile Crimes Lawyer
Understanding Juvenile Crimes and the Juvenile Court System
A juvenile charged with committing a crime in the state of Tennessee it is not the same as an adult being charged for the commission of a crime. Juvenile crimes, committed by children under the age of 18, are addressed in juvenile court. Although juvenile courts may have a different emphasis and different methods than regular state or federal courts, it doesn't mean they won't prosecute crimes committed by a child. Whether the criminal accusations involve misdemeanors or felonies, juvenile courts deal with all types of crimes.
What to Expect in a Juvenile Criminal Proceeding
When a juvenile is accused of committing a crime, a petition is filed against them in Juvenile Court. The purpose of the petition is so that the court can review the details of the charges, determine whether the child was delinquent, unruly, beyond control, or truant, and take into consideration any prior convictions. In serious violent offenses, there are frequently efforts to move the case to adult court, which should be aggressively fought by the attorney. The juvenile court system is focused on rehabilitation, and the penalties are less severe.
In juvenile court, delinquent offenses are ones that either a minor or an adult can be charged with, such as:
Unruly or beyond control offenses are ones solely reserved for minors such as:
- Curfew violations
- Refusing to obey parents
- Running away
- Not attending school
Like adults accused of a crime, juveniles arrested for committing a crime have the right to remain silent and have the right to an attorney. If your child has been accused of a crime, arrested for a crime or is being detained pending trial, you need to contact a Clarksville juvenile crimes lawyer at Jeff Grimes & Associates, PLLC without delay.
The attorneys at the firm have strong success records dealing with juvenile case matters. They work closely with the parents to ensure any questions you may have are answered, then they personally and thoroughly review all charges against your child and determine the best course of action to pursue.
Clarksville Juvenile Crimes Attorney
The criminal defense attorneys at the firm understand there is nothing more important than protecting your child. They also know you want an attorney who is knowledgeable and experienced with juvenile crimes cases from investigation to petitions, from detention hearings through case preparations, and from arraignment through trial. Attorney Jeff Grimes and the other attorneys at the firm are committed to giving you and your child the best representation possible.
If your child has been accused or arrested for juvenile crimes, contact a Clarksville juvenile crimes attorney at the firm today in order to ensure their rights are fully protected.
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