The California juvenile justice system differs from the proceedings in an adult court in Orange County. For example, most juvenile court hearings are closed to the public. Juvenile court proceedings are generally confidential, and the disclosure of juvenile court records is limited. Our trusted and experienced Orange County juvenile defense attorney, Katie Walsh, will discuss…
Continue reading ›Restorative justice seeks to repair the harm caused by criminal behavior. Using a victim-centered approach to address crime allows the victim and the juvenile who caused harm to opt into a facilitated conversation about what happened. One of the goals of restorative justice is to resolve the matter so it doesn’t happen again. Restorative justice…
Continue reading ›When a child is exposed to trauma in the form of a dangerous or life-threatening experience, it can impact his or her development. Trauma can result from many events but often involves domestic violence, community violence, and sexual abuse. When children are exposed to trauma in their childhood, it can have long-lasting adverse effects that…
Continue reading ›You are not alone if your child has gotten in trouble with the law. Many adults struggled with juvenile delinquency and their youth and went on to live healthy and productive lives. The mistakes we make in our youth shouldn’t haunt us for the rest of our lives. Children and teenagers don’t fully understand the…
Continue reading ›When a juvenile has committed a status or criminal offense, they will become part of the juvenile justice system. A prosecutor or the probation department can file a petition with the juvenile justice court. Once the petition has been filed, the juvenile can be subject to several different disposition or sentencing options. The disposition and…
Continue reading ›When a minor is accused of a crime, it can be a traumatic experience for the family. However, instead of immediately seeking punishment, it is essential to consider alternative options such as rehabilitation programs. Rehabilitation programs aim to address the root cause of criminal behavior and help juveniles develop positive life skills. If your child…
Continue reading ›You are not alone if your child has gotten in trouble with the law. Many adults struggled with juvenile delinquency and their youth and went on to live healthy and productive lives. The mistakes we make in our youth shouldn’t haunt us for the rest of our lives. Children and teenagers don’t fully understand the…
Continue reading ›Learning that your teen has been charged with felony conspiracy can feel like a nightmare. However, a felony charge is not a conviction. A talented attorney may help you get your teen’s charges reduced. What Is Felony Conspiracy? In California, criminal conspiracy is a crime that can sometimes be charged as a felony or as…
Continue reading ›Although the COVID-19 pandemic led to a dip in theft throughout California, the numbers are beginning to rise again. As of early October, there had been 3,744 instances of shoplifting reported in the Golden State for 2022. This combines with nationwide statistics that approximately 25% of shoplifters are teenagers, and 50% of adult shoplifters state…
Continue reading ›While juvenile and adult court cases share some similarities, they also differ in notable ways. If you and your child are navigating the juvenile justice system, it is in your best interest to understand what to expect and how the process works so you can avoid surprises along the way. Here are the top three…
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