Juvenile Criminal Defense

San Jose and Santa Cruz Juvenile Crime Defense Attorney

Mary speaks from her heart when she says, "Kids do stupid things." It's true. Most young people have a poor grasp of the consequences of their actions. However, being sent to juvenile hall for those actions can take an otherwise 'good kid' who has only just started down the wrong path and put them miles further down that road.

We work hard to make sure that doesn't happen.

Types of Juvenile Crimes

At Mary E. Conn & Associates, we know that the adjudication of delinquency has lifelong consequences for a young person. We use creative strategies to defend kids accused of crimes and keep them from entering the juvenile justice system whenever possible. As a parent herself, Mary Conn knows that a call from the police about a child is terrifying. Be assured that we work hard protect your child's interests throughout the process. While juveniles can be charged with any adult crime, most of our clients have been charged with the crimes listed here.

• drugs
• graffiti
• shoplifting / retail theft
• tagging
• vandalism and property damage
• dui / dwi
• petty theft
• grand theft
• sex crimes
• gang-related crimes
• underage drinking

Creative Solutions

Because the adjudication of delinquency has lifelong consequences, Mary Conn works hard to come up with alternatives to juvenile hall for young people charged with criminal offenses. In some cases it is essential to act quickly, before charges are actually filed. For example, if restitution is made immediately, the prosecutor may drop the charges. In others, seeking a deferred entry of judgment may be best. In any case, rest assured that our firm will do all we can within the law to pursue the best outcome possible.

As a client of our firm, you will also benefit from the fact that Ms. Conn is experienced and well-respected among judges and prosecutors. The credibility she has established with her peers often enables her to obtain alternative or reduced penalties for her clients.

In addition, even though juveniles are treated differently by the court system, they have the same rights as adults. Our attorney makes certain that these rights were not violated during the arrest of a juvenile. If they were, that information can be used to negotiate a lesser charge or to have the charges dropped entirely. In short, Mary Conn does everything possible to reduce the consequences of an unthinking action on the part of child.

Mary E. Conn & Associates also works to expunge juvenile convictions.

Contact an experienced and sympathetic juvenile crime defense lawyer at Mary E. Conn & Associates in San Jose and Santa Cruz, California. It is important to act quickly. Call 831.471.7103 or 408.293.7103. You can also call us toll free at 877.816.5635.

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