Juveniles are treated very differently from adults in the Maryland criminal justice system. Though protected by many of the same constitutional and procedural rights that help ensure fair treatment for adults charged with criminal offenses, the substantial differences between the adult and juvenile court systems mean that you're well advised to work with an experienced attorney who understands the different rules and objectives that apply in each.
To learn about the most effective defense strategies in Maryland juvenile courts, discuss your situation with a knowledgeable defense lawyer at Cochran and Chhabra, LLC in Annapolis. We work with families that need to find constructive approaches to allegations of delinquency against teens and children. We also work with families whose children are exposed to the risk of adult prosecution and punishment for serious felony offenses.
Getting You The Help And Support You Need
The juvenile corrections system in Maryland is still committed to a treatment and rehabilitation model for young offenders, so much of your attorney's work will be focused on finding the right mix and intensity of treatment resources, even while developing the defense strategies necessary to meet and overcome the criminal charges. Our familiarity with a wide range of services in different communities and targeted to different behavioral problems can represent a powerful advantage toward addressing a troubled young person's conduct.
Handling All Types Of Juvenile Crimes
We advise and represent juveniles and their parents in prosecutions involving:
- Assault or weapons offenses
- Property crimes from shoplifting or vandalism to auto theft or burglary
- Drug crimes involving possession or distribution
- Underage alcohol offenses, including minor in possession, open container violations or underage drunk driving
- Sex crimes, including charges related to consensual sex between underage persons
If your child is arrested on a criminal charge, it is highly advisable to seek the counsel of an attorney as quickly as possible. Young people are especially vulnerable to manipulation, intimidation or overreaching during police interrogation, and juveniles are frequently convicted by their own statements to police before being advised by an experienced lawyer.
For dependable advice tailored to the particular demands of your case, contact the juvenile defense attorneys at the Annapolis law firm of Cochran and Chhabra, LLC for a free consultation.
