Juvenile Crimes - Petty Theft / Shoplifting / Vandalism

Dallas juvenile crime defense attorney handling juvenile records, dui, petty theft, shoplifting, assault, battery, drug possession, gang crimes, carjacking, car theft, burglary, vandalism

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Juvenile Crimes
Dallas, Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
Petty theft, Shoplifting, Drug possession, Gang crimes, Vandalism

What is a juvenile crime?

A juvenile crime is any criminal act that is committed by a minor (person below the legal age of 18). All too often, juveniles and their parents assume that because the crime was committed by a minor, the minor will not be subject to harsh legal penalties if convicted. This belief is far from the truth. In Texas, all juvenile crimes are taken very seriously by law enforcement and are vigorously prosecuted. Additionally, if the juvenile is close to the legal age of 18, or has committed a felony offense, he/she may be charged as an adult.

Frequently Committed Juvenile Crimes

In the state of Texas, commonly committed juvenile crimes include: DUI, petty theft, shoplifting, assault, battery, drug possession, gang crimes, carjacking, vehicular theft, car / auto theft, burglary, drug possession with intent to sell, sex crimes, and vandalism.

Texas Juvenile Crime Legal Penalties

Once a minor is convicted a crime, he/she may be punished with:

     --- jail time
     --- placement in a juvenile detention center
     --- large fines
     --- community service
     --- probation
     --- parole
     --- mandatory drug and alcohol counseling
     --- court ordered therapy

If a juvenile is convicted of a criminal offense, the court will usually focus upon rehabilitating the minor instead of punishing them. It is believed that juveniles can change their actions and delinquent behavior if they receive proper counseling and treatment. Due to the life-altering legal consequences that are involved, it is always in a person’s best interest to obtain the services of a criminal defense attorney who has the legal background and knowledge it takes to successfully fight juvenile crime charges.

For my clients' convenience, I am available for emergency after hours consultation.

Hiring an Experienced Juvenile Crimes Attorney

Roy L. Merrill Jr., is a criminal defense law firm that has been helping clients throughout the state of Texas contest their criminal charges and obtain superior results for years. As a skilled juvenile crimes attorney, I have over 30 years of collective court room experience and fully prepared to undertake my clients’ cases. When I work with my clients and their parents, I do everything possible to make sure that they receive the attention, resources, and dedicated legal counsel that they deserve.

If you have been charged with a serious juvenile offense, or if your child has been charged with a crime, do not hesitate to call the law firm of Roy L. Merrill Jr. at (214) 706-9345 for a free consultation to discuss your legal concerns.

Roy L. Merrill practices criminal defense law in the following cities and counties: Dallas, Addison, Allen, Arlington, Carrolton, Cedar Hill, Coppell, D/FW Airport, Farmers Branch, Flower Mound, Forney, Frisco, Garland, Grand Prairie, Frisco, McKinney, Highland Park, Plano, Richardson, Mesquite, Irving, Lewisville, Rowlett, University Park. Counties: Dallas County, Denton County, Rockwall County.