Find a Prequalified Attorney

Advanced Attorney Search
Legal Professionals: Get Listed!

Juvenile Justice System Lawyers

The juvenile justice system adjudicates cases in which a minor is involved in the criminal process.The process for a minor can be less punitive than the general criminal process, because a minor is thought to have a good chance of being helped more by various agencies, rather than being sentenced to prison. At the same time, many cases in the juvenile justice system impose penalties that involve limited incarceration.

Juvenile Justice System Lawyers By State

Click here to view State Links

Legal Articles

  • The Pros and Cons of Plea Bargaining
    When faced with criminal charges, a defendant often has one simple goal.  That is, to minimize the potential penalty.  Of course, being found innocent at trial, and being aquitted, is the best way to avoid jail time and other penalties.  However, going to trial can be risky because it is impossible to predict what a jury will decide.  Therefore, many defendants choose to … more
  • Do You Swear to Tell the Whole Truth? The Admissibility of Lie Detector Tests
    One of the greatest challenges for the judge and jury in the courtroom is to determine which witnesses are telling the truth. While witnesses must promise to tell the truth before taking the witness stand, judges and juries often hear conflicting testimony that indicates someone is being untruthful.   It might seem like the technology of the polygraph, also known as the lie detector … more
More Articles »

Lead Counsel Rated Attorney

  • Professional Experience
  • Peer Recommended
  • Spotless Record
Click Here to Learn More
Change Your Location

Enter Your New Location:


(e.g., San Diego, CA or 92121 or 619)

Based on your IP Address, your default location is:

  • Area Code: 323
  • City: Los Angeles
  • State: CA