Juvenile Law

When a juvenile is accused of a crime in California, the criminal process is very different than in adult court. The juvenile crime is called an act of delinquency and requires juvenile court intervention to deal with the delinquency. The following types of behavior often subject juveniles to juvenile court jurisdiction:

• Assault and battery
• Curfew violations
• Drug use
• Gang-related activities
• Running away from home
• Sexual misconduct
• Shoplifting
• Skipping school
• Theft
• Traffic violations
• Truancy
• Trespassing
• Underage drinking

Not only are the rules and procedures employed in California juvenile courts different from adult court, but also the defense strategies in juvenile cases require special considerations unique to juvenile law. The lawyers at Cron, Israels & Stark understand California juvenile law and handle the following matters:

• Adjudication hearings
• Alternative juvenile programs
• Certification hearings
• Detention hearings
• Disposition hearings
• Jury trials
• Probation
• Sentencing
• Stipulations

If you or someone you care about has been arrested for juvenile delinquency or a juvenile offense, please contact the lawyers at Cron, Israels & Stark today. We offer:

• Certified Specialists in Criminal Law
• Emergency service - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Free initial consultations
• Evening and weekend appointments
• Affordable fees in writing - no hidden surprises
• Personal care and attention by an experienced California lawyer