Articles Posted in juvenile detention

When Can Children Be Charged as Adults?
Law Office of Katie Walsh

As someone who is facing the prospect of your child being charged with a crime, it can be an incredibly difficult and confusing time. The thought of your child being considered an adult in the eyes of the law is a daunting one, with potential serious consequences. Understanding when children can be charged as adults…

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Parent’s Guide to Juvenile Detention Hearings in Orange County
Law Office of Katie Walsh

Newsweek reported in September 2024 that there has been an increase in young people accused of crimes (1). As a parent, finding out that your child is facing a juvenile detention hearing in Orange County can be an incredibly challenging and emotional experience, but know that you are not alone. As an Orange County juvenile…

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Student Rights During School Searches and Seizures
Law Office of Katie Walsh

As a student, you might not think much about your legal rights—until the moment they’re being tested. Whether it’s a locker inspection or a surprise check of your phone, school searches raise serious questions about privacy and fairness. Katie Walsh is dedicated to defending the rights of students and ensuring that educational institutions uphold the…

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Breaking the Cycle of Substance Abuse and Juvenile Delinquency
Law Office of Katie Walsh

Teenagers often experiment, but when it comes to substance abuse, the stakes are high. With 4.2 million teens using illicit drugs, what starts as a “phase” can quickly lead to serious legal issues. Nearly 25% of juvenile arrests in California are substance-related, with affected youth over twice as likely to commit crimes. Addressing this issue…

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Can Juveniles Be Required to Register as Sex Offenders?
Law Office of Katie Walsh

Juveniles over the age of 14 can indeed be required to register as sex offenders. According to the FBI, about 20% of reported rapes are committed by juveniles. In the criminal justice system, the topic of juvenile offenders and their potential registration as sex offenders is a complex and sensitive issue. As an Orange County…

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What to Expect in Juvenile Court
Law Office of Katie Walsh

With the guidance of an experienced Orange County juvenile defense lawyer, you can navigate juvenile court effectively. In this blog post, we will guide you through the key aspects of the juvenile court process, offer valuable insights, and provide actionable advice to help you make informed decisions. The Juvenile Court Process Let’s delve into the…

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AI-Generated Images, Child Porn, and Sexting: What Parents Need to Know
Law Office of Katie Walsh

A federal jury convicted a Pittsburgh registered sex offender in November 2023 for possessing AI-modified explicit images of child celebrities. The Pittsburgh man possessed pictures that digitally superimposed the faces of child actors onto nude bodies and bodies engaged in sex acts. AI-generated images are on the rise, and these images are being used for…

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Legal Advice for Juveniles Facing School Disciplinary Actions
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As a juvenile facing disciplinary actions at school, it is essential to understand the legal implications involved and how you can protect your rights. The intersection of school discipline and juvenile law can be complex, but with the right legal representation, you can navigate this challenging situation.  The Law Office of Katie Walsh is here…

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Impact of Drug Charges on Juveniles and Future Prospects
Law Office of Katie Walsh

Being charged with a drug offense as a juvenile can have serious consequences that can significantly impact your future prospects. It is important to understand the potential long-term effects a drug conviction can have on your professional and educational opportunities.  The Law Office of Katie Walsh is dedicated to helping juveniles facing criminal charges in…

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How Long Can a Juvenile Be Detained?
Law Office of Katie Walsh

When a juvenile offender is arrested in California and held in custody, they will have an initial hearing, where a judge will learn the circumstances of their case to determine whether they need to remain in detention. If a minor loses this detention hearing, they’ll most likely have to stay in juvenile hall until their…

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I hired attorney Katie Walsh to help my son when he was found with a large amount of drugs on school campus. She got us through the Expulsion Hearing, and miraculously he can go back to school at the winter semester...

AR- parent of minor client

I hired Katie Walsh to have my felony convictions expunged. She was able to expunge my record within 6 weeks of me giving her all the information. Even though technically I had a probation violation, and therefore the...

AR, criminal client

My 16 year old son was charged with possession of Marijuana, HS 11357(b). I was very concerned about what would happen to him and how this would affect his future. I contacted Ms. Walsh and she assured me that everything...

CT, parent of juvenile client

My child was charged with Felony Penal Code 597(a)- Animal Cruelty. After hiring Katie Walsh, she got the charges reduced to a misdemeanor, counseling, and 40 hours of chores at home. We come back in 6 months and the...

DH - Parent of Juvenile client

I hired Katie Walsh to represent my son on sexual abuse allegations- P.C. 288(a) and P.C. 288(b)- they were Strike Charges. After negotiating with the D.A., she got all the strike charges dismissed, and got my son...

DR- mother of juvenile client

Katie Walsh was fantastic throughout this entire process! My 13 year old son was charged with two counts of lewd act on a minor, PC 288(a) and was in juvenile hall. After hiring Ms. Walsh, she GOT MY SON OUT OF JAIL and...

EG, parent of juvenile client

My 14 year old son was arrested at school for P.C. 311 (child pornography). My son had innocent and stupid nude pictures of himself and friends on his phone. Ms. Walsh was extremely easy to talk to, and made my son feel...

GK,TK, parents of juvenile client

Ms. Walsh was a life saver when I didn't know what was going on, or how to handle the situation. My young daughter was attacked at her middle school and was seriously injured. At a time when both the school and the...

HA, mother of 13 year old Victim Rights client

I hired Katie Walsh to seal my juvenile record of PC 288(a) (lewd act on a minor), after my request had been denied by a Judge and by the Probation Department. After speaking with Probation, the DA and the Judge at a...

JW, former juvenile client

I was charged with a Felony Conspiracy charge- PC 182. After hiring Ms. Walsh she got my charged reduced to a misdemeanor right away, and now I just have to do community service and in 6 months my entire case will be...

KP, juvenile client

Ms. Walsh was like a breath of fresh air throughout this entire process. I was uncertain about the outcome, but she told me everything would be ok- and it was. She had my juvenile record sealed within 3 months of...

LR, former juvenile client

Ms. Walsh got the judge to terminate my son's probation and seal his 2 juvenile cases (Penal Code 288(a) and Penal Code 242) even though he had violated my probation by picking up a new case. By getting his record sealed...

MB- mother of juvenile client

At a very difficult time in my life I contacted attorney Katie Walsh. I am a teacher and was being harassed/stalked by a parent at my school. I wanted a Restraining Order against this person. Ms. Walsh listened to me...

MB, restraining order client

My son was charged with Lewd Conduct, P.C. 647 out of Downey, CA. After hiring Ms. Walsh, she spoke with the District Attorney, Probation, and the Judge. Even though the judge was not pleased with the offer, she was able...

MG, parent of minor

It is with sincere gratitude that I send this recommendation As a parent of a child that was arrested on a Felony Domestic Abuse charge and over 2000 miles away I had to rely on friend of a friends word that you would...

MPF, mother of criminal client

I really liked having Ms. Walsh as my attorney. She visited me in Juvenile Hall. I was charged with four counts of Robbery (Penal Code 211). This was my 8th juvenile petition. Ms. Walsh got 2 of the robbery charges...

MU, juvenile client

I was arrested for a felony Domestic charge, PC 273.5(a). After I hired Katie Walsh, my entire case was dismissed. I never had to appear in court. I felt very comfortable with Ms. Walsh- she was easy to speak with...

NF, criminal client

Katie was instrumental in helping me with a criminal matter as an advocate for me and my children when I was a named victim in a DV case. She patiently and expediently addressed all of my questions and was an invaluable...

RG

My daughter was pulled over arrested for having a Fake ID. After hiring Ms. Walsh my daughter did not have to plead guilty- which would have affected her license status. She did community service, completed a legal...

RS

My 14 year old daughter was involved in an assault and battery- PC 240/242, in Irvine. After hiring Katie Walsh the case was not referred to Court. My daughter was able to complete a class and the case will be dismissed...

SG, mother a juvenile client

My son was charged with possession of Child Pornography P.C. 311.11(a) - a charge I did not realize a child could be guilty of! As parents were beside ourselves when we found this out, and contacted Katie Walsh. She...

SH- mother of juvenile client

From San Diego I contacted Ms. Walsh about sealing my juvenile record in Orange County regarding a Petty Theft charge. She was always very responsive to any of my questions, and consistently kept me updated. Even though...

XL, juvenile client

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