Expert Juvenile Crimes Defense

Has your child been charged with a juvenile crime in the Central Coast of California? Central Coast Criminal Defense is here to provide you with skilled legal representation to defend against juvenile crime charges. Our experienced team of juvenile defense lawyers understands the unique challenges that juvenile cases present and is committed to protecting your child’s rights and achieving the best possible outcome for their case.

Understanding Juvenile Crimes

Juvenile crimes encompass a range of offenses committed by individuals under the age of 18. It is important to understand the different aspects of juvenile crimes in order to build a strong defense strategy tailored to your child’s specific case.

Theft and Shoplifting

Theft and shoplifting involve taking or attempting to take someone else’s property without permission. Defenses against theft and shoplifting charges may include:

• Challenging the evidence of intent to permanently deprive the owner.
• Presenting evidence of lack of knowledge, mistaken identity, or coercion.

Vandalism and Property Damage

Vandalism and property damage involve willfully damaging or destroying someone else’s property. Defenses against vandalism and property damage charges may include:

• Contesting the evidence of intent to damage or destroy the property.
• Presenting evidence of lack of knowledge, mistaken identity, or coercion.

Drug Possession and Distribution

Drug possession and distribution involve the unlawful possession or sale of controlled substances. Defenses against drug possession and distribution charges may include:

• Challenging the legality or validity of the search and seizure.
• Presenting evidence of lack of knowledge, mistaken identity, or coercion.

Assault and Battery

Assault and battery involve causing harm or offensive physical contact to another person. Defenses against assault and battery charges may include:

• Contesting the evidence or credibility of witness testimonies.
• Demonstrating lack of intent, self-defense, or defense of others.

Trespassing

Trespassing involves entering or remaining on someone else’s property without permission. Defenses against trespassing charges may include:

• Challenging the evidence or credibility of witness testimonies.
• Demonstrating lack of intent or lack of awareness of property boundaries.

Underage Drinking and Drug Use

Underage drinking and drug use involve the consumption or possession of alcohol or drugs by individuals under the legal age. Defenses against underage drinking and drug use charges may include:

• Challenging the legality or validity of the search and seizure.
• Presenting evidence of lack of knowledge, mistaken identity, or coercion.

Curfew Violations

Curfew violations involve violating the legally imposed curfew for minors. Defenses against curfew violations may include:

• Contesting the accuracy or reliability of the evidence of violating curfew.
• Presenting evidence of unforeseen circumstances or reasonable justifications for being out during curfew.

Running Away from Home

Running away from home involves leaving home without parental permission. Defenses against running away from home charges may include:

• Demonstrating lack of intent to run away or coercion by others.
• Presenting evidence of extenuating circumstances or unsafe living conditions.

Truancy

Truancy involves failing to attend school regularly without a valid excuse. Defenses against truancy charges may include:

• Challenging the accuracy or reliability of the attendance records.
• Presenting evidence of valid excuses or reasonable justifications for absences.

Cyberbullying and Online Harassment

Cyberbullying and online harassment involve using electronic communication to intimidate, harass, or threaten others. Defenses against cyberbullying and online harassment charges may include:

• Contesting the evidence or credibility of witness testimonies.
• Presenting evidence of lack of intent, mistaken identity, or freedom of speech.

Weapons Offenses

Weapons offenses involve the possession or use of weapons by minors. Defenses against weapons offenses charges may include:

• Challenging the legality or validity of the search and seizure.
• Demonstrating lack of intent, lack of knowledge, or mistaken identity.

Sexual Assault and Harassment

Sexual assault and harassment involve non-consensual sexual contact or acts. Defenses against sexual assault and harassment charges may include:

• Asserting consent or lack of evidence to prove lack of consent.
• Challenging the credibility or reliability of witness testimonies.

Homicide and Manslaughter

Homicide and manslaughter involve the unlawful killing of another person. Defenses against homicide and manslaughter charges may include:

• Contesting the evidence or presenting evidence of self-defense or lack of intent.
• Demonstrating mitigating circumstances or alternative explanations.

At Central Coast Criminal Defense, our experienced team of juvenile defense attorneys is dedicated to protecting the rights of young individuals charged with crimes. We will meticulously review the evidence, challenge the prosecution’s case, and work towards the best possible outcome for your child.

Contact Central Coast Criminal Defense today to schedule a confidential consultation and begin building a strong defense for your child’s juvenile crime charges.