Riverside County Criminal Defense in Juvenile Delinquency Cases
If your child or a child under your care is facing criminal charges, it is critical to obtain competent and compassionate criminal defense. The criminal defense attorney at Natalie Reich Law can provide crucial guidance through the judicial process while building a strong defense against the charges. Convictions in juvenile cases can result in consequences that cause long-term negative effects and can destroy a child’s future.
Don’t fight juvenile crime charges alone. Request a FREE consultation with Attorney Natalie Reich and learn how Natalie Reich Law can protect your child’s rights. Attorney Reich is available for criminal defense in Riverside County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County, and Los Angeles.
The Difference Between Juvenile and Adult Charges
Juveniles can be charged with infractions, misdemeanors, or felonies, and some charges that juvenile defendants face are unique to defendants under 18. Some crimes may result in being charged as an adult; in which case the defendant must be at least 14 years old.
In juvenile cases, the charges differ from adults in that the goals of the judicial system, the terms used, and the rights of the accused. Juveniles can face charges for violent crimes, drug crimes, property-related crimes, and underage misconduct.
Depending on the severity of the charges, the judicial system will aim for rehabilitation and treatment. Juveniles facing charges have constitutional rights different from those of adults, including not having the right to bail or a public trial. Instead of a trial, they attend adjudication hearings, at which judges follow juvenile-specific guidelines.
Additionally, juveniles are not accused of “crimes”, but rather they are accused of “delinquent acts”. Records in juvenile cases are typically sealed and can sometimes be erased once the juvenile turns 18.
Criminal Defense in Juvenile Delinquency Cases
Building a juvenile defense case can be complicated. Attorney Natalie Reich will work diligently to examine mitigating factors in the case, including mental health, history, and the minor’s background. With a detailed understanding of the circumstances and influential factors in the case, your defense attorney can work to help the defendant receive the least severe punishment possible. It is your defense attorney’s job to work with your family or caregivers, exhibit the potential for rehabilitation to the judge, and advocate for alternatives to severe punishment.
Juvenile Delinquent Acts Lawyer in Riverside County
Although the accused crimes may mirror crimes committed by adults, juvenile cases require unique understanding and dedication from your defense attorney. At Natalie Reich Law, we offer clients empathy and understanding and provide vital compassion during the judicial process. Navigating the judicial process as a juvenile can be scary, overwhelming, and confusing.
Whether facing charges alone or with your caregiver by your side, you need the support and help of a criminal defense attorney. Attorney Natalie Reich can help you along the way. Request a free consultation at Natalie Reich Law today. We answer your call 24/7.
