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Spring Break is upon us and plenty of underage kids are off to places south and west without parents. All kids make mistakes; they don’t have the wisdom or emotional maturity to make good decisions all the time, especially when mixed with Spring Break, alcohol, a mix of kids from all over the country, no rules and no parents. Despite good parenting and good education, mistakes happen that lead to charges being filed. As you send your child off, be sure to let them know that if they find themselves in a situation with law enforcement, the best thing to do is reach out to you, and a criminal defense attorney, immediately. An allegation of a juvenile crime can have a devastating effect on your child’s reputation, livelihood and overall well being.  Whether the they are facing fines or real prison time, any criminal conviction on their record is best avoided.  The common mistakes:

  • Drug possession. Mostly, possessing marijuana. However, some children are caught with more serious drugs. 
  • Consumption or possession of alcohol. Many kids test the waters when it comes to drinking, and not all of them are caught. Even though a conviction for drinking alcohol while under the age of 21 usually carries no jail time and only a relatively small fine, having that on your record can cost you college, job, and military service opportunities.

Do not let a mistake made while on Spring Break derail your child’s future. The penalties of the juvenile crimes range from mandatory placement in mental health treatment programs, to compensatory financial damages, to jail time of up to one year, to a juvenile detention center which aren’t famous for their reformative capabilities; like jails and prisons, they often lead to smarter – but still wayward – individuals.  All of these can have serious negative consequences on your future education and employment opportunities.

The Bottom Line:  Your child needs his rights protected and for you to stand up for his rights and to help them through their mistakes. A charge doesn’t mean he or she is destined for a life of crime; it just means you can turn things around for a good future. With the help of an aggressive, experienced criminal defense attorney, you can fight the charges against your child. The sooner, the better. Call me. I will help your child avoid harsh punishments and severe repercussions and reach the very best outcome for whatever the situation may be.  Keep my number in your phone.  513-260-2099