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How long would I legally face as a minor for breaking into a car?
Asked on May 11th, 2015 on Criminal Law - Colorado
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I am only 15 and I did something very stupid. I broke into a car and took some things, a detective called my mother yesterday and said he would be at my house on Monday (they found my finger prints). I have been in trouble for petty theft and I am doing teen court for that at this moment. I am thinking it will be burglary in the 2nd offense. Please help and give me advice on what to do and how long you think I will be facing. They both occurred in different counties.
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Obviously, teen court is not doing you any good. Good chance you will be booted from teen court and charged with the petty theft. You say you are only 15, thinking that you can receive some benefit for being a minor. You are old enough to be charged as an adult. Bottom line: you need to grow up, or accept the consequences that come from being "very stupid". My advice, consult with an attorney.
Answered on May 11th, 2015 at 6:12 PM
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You need to hire a lawyer and you need to get into counseling and quit committing offenses. You have WAY too much time on your hands and not nearly enough supervision. You must not like your freedom.
Answered on May 11th, 2015 at 6:08 PM
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Say nothing to the police except, I want a lawyer. You can be clear that you will cooperate once you have a lawyer. Once you are in juvenile court, a public defender will be appointed. They can help you best. Cops can lie about the evidence. Anything you tell your parents can be used against you. Again, it is not necessarily about saying you are innocent, but instead that you want a lawyer to help you discuss with the police. I represents juveniles. Punishment depends on your prior record and the amount of damage or lost property. Often in juvenile, property offenders get probation. But, you will have to pay back money, do community service, attend classes etc.
Answered on May 11th, 2015 at 5:28 PM