Juvenile Court Charges
Defense of juvenile charges in New Haven County
Children under age 18 are treated differently in the Connecticut criminal courts than adult offenders. In addition to the potential for lower sentences, a child’s criminal record is required to be expunged at a certain age. In spite of these differences, juvenile charges can be very serious, requiring expert legal representation. If your child is charged, call on the New Haven law office of Daniel A. Lyons & Associates for experienced, aggressive defense.
Types of juvenile offenses
Like adults, juveniles can be charged with a full range of misdemeanor and felony crimes, including drug possession and sale, assault, and sexual crimes. Additional crimes relate specifically to juveniles such as:
- Truancy
- Carrying a weapon in school
- Underage possession of alcohol
- Offenses that can cause expulsion from school
The best possible outcome
As a parent, you do not want one error to affect your child’s future. The good news is that an attorney with Connecticut juvenile court experience knows the ins and outs of presenting cases in juvenile court. Dan Lyons has 30 years of criminal law experience, including serving as in the state attorney's office. His experience on both sides of the criminal courtroom provide your child with the best possible chances to reduce or dismiss charges and even expunge, or erase, the records.
Contact us
If your child has been accused of a crime, call a Connecticut criminal defense attorney who has experience with the state’s juvenile court system. At Daniel A. Lyons & Associates, we are confident that our team of experienced professionals can provide you with the highest level of legal representation, as well as very personal service and attention. When you need an attorney, contact Daniel A. Lyons & Associates online or call 203-932-2222.
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