Juvenile Crimes
What are the leading contributors to juvenile delinquency?
Criminal activity among youths is a concern for everyone. Parents, teachers and other mentors seek ways to minimize the potential for young ones to find their way into trouble. The following conditions can leave fertile ground for minors to turn to crime and are...
What are 5 of the most common juvenile crimes?
Parents and guardians want to do everything possible to keep their children safe. Unfortunately, even the brightest kids can make poor choices and engage in criminal activity. Knowing the types of situations where young people most often find trouble can help adults...
How can an underage DUI affect your life?
Drinking underage can potentially put a person at huge risk for enormous legal penalties. This can include fines and fees, and may even include incarceration or time in jail in some cases. However, there are plenty of repercussions that do not get as much attention....
Does California expunge juvenile records?
There are likely very few adults in California who look back on their younger years without remembering one or two things they regret. Fortunately, most probably will not have to worry about those past regrets (provided they learn from them) impacting them in the...
When does California charge juveniles as adults?
Many juvenile crimes carry lighter sentences than adult offenses, but in some circumstances, minors may still face adult criminal charges – and the penalties associated with them. However, when possible, courts may decide to try to issue lighter sentences to try to...
What are the degrees of burglary in California?
In California, burglary refers to the crime of entering a property without permission and with the intent to commit a crime. For sentencing purposes, the California Penal Code lists several types of properties an individual may enter for the purposes of committing...
Can you prevent juvenile delinquency?
Knowing that your child has committed a crime in California may cause you anxiety and sadness. You may desire to help your child see that ongoing delinquency will only lead to worse problems. When you minimize the risks of delinquency, you may have the ability to...
Juvenile crimes: defenses for illegal blade possession
The U.S. Constitution gives citizens the right to bear arms. However, all states, including California, have statutes that address the legality of certain weapons. Although firearms get most of the media attention, they are not the only weapons legislated. If your...
What is a deferred entry of judgment?
Like many parents, you want your child to have the best shot at a good life. So if your child runs into trouble with the law, you naturally would have concerns that a criminal record will hamper your child in adulthood. Fortunately, there are options available to...
