Juvenile Delinquency Defense Lawyers in Brick, New Jersey
If your minor child has been charged with a criminal offense, it is extremely important to consult with a qualified defense attorney – doing so could preserve your child’s present and future rights and opportunities. The result of this matter could leave a lasting mark on your child's criminal record and jeopardize employment and educational opportunities for years to come. At Kelly & Nolan our attorneys have over 40 years of combined experience. We will stand up for your child's rights and work hard to have the charges reduced or dropped to prevent the harsh consequences of a conviction.
Call our Brick law office toll-free at 888-415-7141 to speak with an experienced and highly-qualified defense attorney about your child’s criminal charges. You can also send the firm an e-mail.
Has Your Child Been Arrested?
We represent minor children (those under the age of 18) arrested and accused of criminal activity. We defend juveniles against a wide range of crimes, including:
Our defense lawyers approach every case as a team. Your child will not face the prosecution alone. At our office, juvenile clients have two seasoned defense attorneys fighting vigorously to protect them. We are adept at keeping juveniles out of Jamesburg and other New Jersey detention facilities.
How Are Juvenile Delinquency Crimes Different?
While juveniles may be arrested for committing the same crimes as adults, the legal issues must be handled differently. The juvenile justice system differs from the adult one in several important ways, including:
- Being in the family court system instead of criminal court
- Not being entitled to bail or bond, but instead being released into the custody of a responsible adult upon a showing that they are not a danger to themselves or the community
In some cases, if the charges are for a severe crime or are part of a long-term pattern of criminal activity, the county prosecutor may make a motion to have the child tried as an adult in criminal court (thus removing the matter from family court jurisdiction). As your defense firm, we will aggressively fight this tactic to save your child from the enormous risk of being tried as an adult.
Start Mounting Your Defense Today
If you need a juvenile delinquency lawyer, we are here for you. Contact us today toll-free at 888-415-7141 to speak with an experienced New Jersey attorney. We serve clients from Asbury Park, Manasquan and throughout the Jersey Shore. Your initial consultation will be free of charge and completely confidential. We accept major credit cards like Visa, MasterCard and Discover as payment for our services.
