Baltimore: Experienced Juvenile Delinquency Lawyer
Being arrested and convicted of a crime can carry extremely heavy penalties, which can follow a person through the rest of his or her life. A juvenile can be charged as an adult for certain serious charges such as murder, armed robbery and rape, to name a few.
I have handled hundreds of juvenile delinquency cases, including serious charges of murder, assault with a deadly weapon, and grand theft auto, and less serious crimes like shoplifting and underage drinking.
If you or your child has been charged with juvenile delinquency, contact my office immediately to schedule a free and confidential consultation. We can begin immediately to build a strong defense.
Juvenile Delinquency: Trying a Child as an Adult
The most important aspect of any juvenile delinquency case is the stage when the state's attorney attempts to have the juvenile tried in the adult criminal justice system. I have a long track record of success with motions to transfer the juvenile's case back to the juvenile justice system.
If a juvenile is tried and convicted as an adult, the consequences are much more severe and will affect the juvenile for the rest of his or her life.
On the other hand, if the juvenile is tried and convicted in the juvenile justice system, incarceration in unlikely. The minor is usually kept on probation for a period of time that depends on the seriousness of the crime. At age 18 or 21, the person's record is sealed. Once a criminal record is sealed, it is unavailable to the public, including prospective employers and college admissions offices.
Contact Isaac Klein, Attorney at Law
If you have questions about the juvenile justice system or need representation for yourself or your child, contact my office immediately to schedule a free and confidential consultation. It's my job to be a strong advocate at your side as you move through the system — put me on your team. Call 410-727-4880 or send me an e-mail.
