Youthful Offender Charges
New Haven County criminal defense of youthful offenders
Connecticut’s youthful offender law governs the handling of misdemeanor or felony crimes committed by a youth, typically between the ages of 16 and 18. No longer considered to be children, but not quite adults, youthful offenders can have sentences similar to those imposed on adult offenders. New Haven criminal lawyer Dan Lyons has extensive experience helping young defendants enter the Connecticut youthful offender program designed to rehabilitate rather than punish teenagers.
Possible penalties
Depending on the seriousness of the crime, youthful offenders can face the full range of sentences including:
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Count on a Connecticut criminal defense attorney
An attorney who is knowledgeable in the details of Connecticut’s youthful offender program is critical in obtaining results that help a young person get the freshest start. Dan Lyons’ experience defending youthful offenders helps him provide strong representation in court. This can grant many benefits, even when the offender is guilty:
- Inclusion in the youthful offender program, as opposed to trial in the more severe adult criminal court
- Handling of appeals
- Negotiating the smallest possible sentence
- The possibility of supervision, community service, or restitution in lieu of jail time
Contact us
If your child has been accused of a crime, call a Connecticut criminal defense attorney who has experience with the youthful offender program. 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.
Serving clients in the New Haven County, Connecticut courts of:
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