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Juvenile cases are handled differently from adult criminal matters because the justice system often focuses on rehabilitation and guidance rather than punishment alone. In Texas, juvenile cases refer to those where the person is under 17, but at least 10 years of...
A college student facing a single arrest must deal with more than a court date. The arrest can disrupt tuition plans, college housing, academic progress and financial security. Once aware of the situation, parents often focus on the criminal case. It is also...
As a parent, you might view your teen’s social media accounts as their online diary. While they use these as platforms for sharing their lives, these can turn into a goldmine of evidence when your teen is facing a juvenile drug charge. All posts, regardless of whether...
In Texas, the shift from the juvenile system to the adult system often happens earlier than you might expect. If you or a family member faces charges at age 17, it helps to understand how the state classifies age and offense. While the rules can feel complex, a clear...
Illegal drug use is one of the most common reasons that teenagers face arrest. Simple drug possession charges are often leveled against high school students or college students. By a significant margin, alcohol is the most common substance that teenagers are going to...
A juvenile record can follow teens into adulthood, creating obstacles when they are applying for college, looking for a job or even buying a home. As such, you wonder if it is possible to seal a child's records and give them a fresh start. The blog will discuss what...
When it comes to their children, some parents don’t want to admit that the kids have any substance abuse problems. They especially don’t want to acknowledge that their teens may have committed crimes to feed their habits. So, when they get that call from the juvenile...
A single poor decision at a party, a moment of peer pressure or simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time can result in a Minor in Possession (MIP) charge that threatens to close doors before your child has even had a chance to reach them. The good news? These...
Technically speaking, the average age at which someone has their first drink should be 21. This is because it is generally illegal for people to drink under 21 in the United States. However, studies have found that roughly 75% of Americans will have alcohol for the...
When a minor is charged with a drug offense in Texas, they may not always go through the formal court process. In some cases, they may be offered a diversion program. These programs focus on rehabilitation instead of punishment. As a parent, you may be interested in...