Bryan Juvenile Crimes Lawyer
SERVING CLIENTS THROUGHOUT BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
If any individual is charged with a crime, it can stay with the person for the rest of his or her life. This is especially the case when the accused is an underage or minor individual. His or her entire future may be in jeopardy due to what may seem to be even a minor charge. It is important to take action to protect your future or the future of your child.
At the office of Rick Davis and Associates, juvenile criminal defense clients are handled directly by attorney Rick Davis. Representing clients in Bryan, College Station, and throughout the Brazos Valley, he has extensive experience handling a wide range of adult and juvenile criminal matters.
As a father himself with six children, Rick understands the impact that a criminal charge can have on a minor, a teenager and an entire family. He works hard on your behalf to protect your child's rights.
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Understanding Juvenile Jurisdiction in Texas
In Texas, the age of juvenile jurisdiction is 10–16. A juvenile is a person who commits an offense between these ages and is at least ten but not yet 17 at the time of the act. Delinquent conduct violates a Texas penal law and can result in jail time.
Challenges of Felony Charges for Minors in Texas
Yes, a minor can be charged with a felony in Texas. However, the state has a separate juvenile justice system for individuals between 10 and 17 years old. In some cases, prosecutors may seek to transfer a juvenile case to adult court for serious felonies, especially if the minor is 14 or 15 years old. For specific details and legal guidance on a juvenile felony case in Texas, consult an experienced attorney specializing in juvenile law.
Common Juvenile Offenses and Legal Representation
Juveniles can be charged with any type of crime, just like adults. However, the punishments may be different and include loss of a driver's license or incarceration in a juvenile facility instead of jail. Juveniles are frequently charged with certain types of crimes, such as:
- Underage drinking
- Minor in Possession (MIP)
- Shoplifting
- Vandalism
- Petty theft
- Fighting in school
- Disorderly conduct
- Assault
- Noise violations
- Traffic tickets
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Understanding Juvenile Crimes
Juveniles also can be charged with more serious offenses, such as murder, manslaughter and DWI/DWI (drunk driving).
To deal with the juvenile charges, Rick Davis can negotiate with the prosecution or aggressively fight the case in court depending on what is the best course of action. By taking steps to see that the juvenile charges are reduced or dismissed, he is attempting to protect the juvenile's criminal record. A criminal record established at such an early age can follow young people throughout their lives, preventing them from obtaining entrance into schools, loans for education, residences and employment.
Crimes committed by a juvenile typically fall under the jurisdiction of the juvenile courts. Though these courts may operate differently than adult courts, the impact of an adjudication on a juvenile's life may have the same type of negative effect.
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