At Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC, our experienced San Francisco juvenile defense lawyers are dedicated to protecting the rights, future and reputation of those who are under 18 years of age. If your child is facing charges of drug possession, underage drinking, assault and battery, school or sex crimes or other criminal offenses, it is urgent that you contact a knowledgeable San Francisco juvenile crimes attorney right away.

Minors who are under the age of 18 are too young to have their lives ruined due to crimes they may or may not have committed. Our dedicated San Francisco juvenile crimes attorneys understand how prosecutors work, and how to use the weaknesses in their case to defend the accusations against juveniles. If you are a parent it is likely that you have many questions about what your child may be facing, whether he/she will be able to live at home and attend school, how it will affect his or her future. A compassionate San Francisco juvenile defense lawyer will answer your questions, explain the process and offer the guidance you need during a time that is certainly filled with worry and concern.

Though many of the crimes that juveniles commit are much like those that adults commit, the penalties can be much more harsh. As caring San Francisco juvenile defense lawyers, we are committed to the rehabilitation of a child as opposed to incarceration and other severe penalties. In the case of a serious criminal offense such as murder, arson or rape, a juvenile may be tried as an adult. Whether the minor is tried as an adult will depend on several factors including whether there are previous offenses, if there have been prior rehabilitation attempts and the criminal knowledge/sophistication level of the child. When you need a qualified San Francisco juvenile crimes attorney who will work vigorously on behalf of your child, count on our team.

A criminal conviction could leave your child with a criminal record that will negatively impact his/her entire life. Many minors participate in crimes due to peer pressure, crimes they would never dream of committing on their own. Basically, teenagers are good individuals who are just easily persuaded into doing something they know deep down is wrong. A skilled San Francisco juvenile defense lawyer will work hard to secure a positive outcome and help put your child back on a positive path.

If your child is facing criminal charges, contact the San Francisco juvenile crimes attorneys at Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC today. We are dedicated to providing juveniles and their families with sound legal counsel and the skill, knowledge and experience to turn things around.