Juvenile Crime Attorneys in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California

When a child commits a crime, the courts treat the individual differently than an older person. States are mostly responsible for setting the age at which a juvenile becomes an adult with full responsibility. In almost all states, that age is 18 years old.

Up until that age, however, crimes committed by those less than 18 years old are persecuted under different means than regular law.

Primarily, the biggest difference in juvenile law is the emphasis on rehabilitation and prevention instead of punishment and the determination of guilt. Juvenile crime is technically called “juvenile delinquency” and requires that the court intervene in a much more aggressive way than normal crime. Among the options given to a juvenile when found guilty are referrals to reform schools or foster care; rehabilitation in a formal program, probation or house arrest.

Since a child’s rights vary from an adult’s, the legal process can often be confusing. Hakimfar Law is highly experienced in juvenile law. We aggressively fight for your child’s rights and seek to either lessen or throw out the accusations.

You Need Hakimfar Law on Your Child’s Side

If your minor child has been charged with a crime, you need an experienced, aggressive attorney who will help your family through this difficult, anxiety producing experience. Contact Hakimfar Law immediately for a free, confidential case consultation to put your mind at ease. You can contact us online or call our Los Angeles office toll free at 800-276-6666.