Philadelphia Juvenile Crime Attorney
Protect Your Minor
The juvenile justice system addresses cases when a minor commits a crime. If the case involves a serious crime, the prosecution may seek to have your child tried as an adult. Any time a minor faces criminal charges his or her future is at considerable risk. Penalties can include:
- Probation
- Jail time/placement in a juvenile detention facility
- Fines
- Court-ordered counseling
- Community service
- Loss of driving privileges
If your child has been charged with a crime, immediately contact a Philadelphia criminal defense lawyer for advice and qualified representation. A knowledgeable attorney can explain the juvenile court process and discuss your legal alternatives.
The attorneys at The Benari Law Group are results-driven criminal defenders that can provide the tough advocacy you will need in a juvenile criminal case. We are experienced in all aspects of the juvenile courts and help many families with children in trouble with the law . Our firm provides conscientious and caring legal assistance and we will work hard to protect your child's future.
Types of Juvenile Crimes
A child can be arrested for the same crimes as an adult, including theft, robbery, murder, vandalism, rape, drug crimes and DUI. Additional charges for minors are delinquency, curfew violations and underage drinking. Penalties can increase if the criminal offense involved weapon use or was gang related. When a child has committed a criminal offense, a knowledgeable lawyer can work to mitigate the charges, prevent the prosecuting of the minor as an adult, and seek reduced sentencing.
Our legal team will explain the laws pertaining to your child's case and what tactics the prosecution will use when seeking a conviction. With the support and counsel of a confident lawyer from our firm, you will be able to make the best decisions possible regarding your child's legal situation. You can rely on our firm for zealous representation throughout the case.
Contact a Philadelphia juvenile crime attorney at our law office if your child has been arrested for a criminal offense to discuss defense options.