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What happens in a juvenile burglary case? How?
Asked on Apr 30th, 2015 on Criminal Law - California
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My stepson was caught in a burglary. He is only 16 and it has been a week since he was arrested and we still have not heard a thing. What is the penalty if he is guilty? What is the worst case scenario for his crime? Do juveniles get public defenders too or do we need to hire somebody?
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Cynthia Henley
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You are required to hire a lawyer if you are financially able. If you are indigent, then one will be appointed to represent him. Depending on his criminal history and the underlying facts of the offense, he could go to TYC (kiddie prison.) He could get probation. Contact lawyers who have experience with juvenile matters to get advice on how to proceed.
Answered on May 01st, 2015 at 11:07 PM
James Edward Smith
Hire an attorney. The worse that can happen is juvenile probation.
Answered on May 01st, 2015 at 10:31 AM
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Law Office of John G. Galasso
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Worst case on conviction he can be sent to department of youth services(prison for kids); And yes he needs an attorney
Answered on May 01st, 2015 at 10:30 AM
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Chambers Law Firm, P.C.
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Public defenders are appointed if you are indigent. If he has no prior juvenile record, it is looking at minimal, if any, custody time.
Answered on May 01st, 2015 at 10:28 AM