Juvenile Lawyers In TN
As a criminal juvenile lawyer, SBL has represented minors in juvenile courts as well as Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) expulsion cases. While no results are guaranteed, in each case SBL handled an MNPS expulsion, the expulsion was overturned.
For every client, our goal is to provide a resolution that will enable them to live their lives unburdened by the situation we were retained to handle.
Juvenile Lawyer & The Juvenile Justice System
Juvenile criminal charges are the same as those for adults; however, that is where the similarities end. It is incredibly important that you have a defense attorney representing you and your child who is familiar with the intricacies of juvenile criminal defense. SBL’s criminal attorneys understand how to handle juvenile cases and know that having a clean criminal record and, if necessary, the rehabilitation of the minor, not punishment of the minor, are the most important goals when defending a juvenile. The legal team at SBL is experienced at identifying what needs to be done for a juvenile case and is prepared to do the job properly from the start. If your child is convicted of any juvenile offense, there are real, long-lasting consequences that can stay with your child into adulthood. SBL will help defend you by making every effort to prevent this from happening.
Juvenile Court: Age & Its Consequences
Depending on the age of your son or daughter and the alleged offense, your child may be treated as a juvenile or may be treated as an adult, and thus be taken out of the juvenile justice system and into the criminal justice system.
Because the penalties are much harsher and more permanent as an adult, it is important that your child remains classified as a juvenile.
Juvenal Court vs Criminal Court
Unlike criminal court, your child is not found guilty or not guilty. In juvenile court, your child may be found delinquent or not delinquent by the court. If found delinquent, the court may sentence your child to a term of detention or supervised probation, order restitution, or require that your child participate in community service. If the charge is alcohol-related, including DUI, your child’s driving privileges may be revoked. Fortunately, juvenile delinquency determinations do not remain on permanent records upon reaching adulthood.
Juvenile Crime FAQs
Criminal Attorney vs Domestic Violence Attorney?
What’s the difference between a criminal lawyer and a domestic…
Criminal Attorney vs Domestic Violence Attorney?
What’s the difference between a criminal lawyer and a domestic lawyer?
Generally speaking, there is no difference between the two terms. The use of “domestic violence lawyer” is mostly used as a term of art to discuss a criminal attorney defending charges related to domestic violence. When the term is used by criminal attorneys, it may indicate that they specialize in resolving domestic violence charges. The general term, however, is criminal attorney or criminal defense attorney. Attorney is also interchangeable with lawyer. – “The more you know.”
What Is The Punishment For 1st Offense Misdemeanor Domestic Violence In TN?
What is the punishment for the first misdemeanor domestic assault…
What Is The Punishment For 1st Offense Misdemeanor Domestic Violence In TN?
What is the punishment for the first misdemeanor domestic assault charge in Tennessee?
A Class A Misdemeanor domestic assault conviction in Tennessee is punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail in addition to fines; however, very few people receive the maximum jail sentence. In almost all cases, an anger management class will be required. The real consequences come after you’ve served your time, paid your fines, and taken your class. One of those is the mandatory loss of your right to possess a firearm for the rest of your life. Read the full list of those consequences here: collateral consequences of having a domestic violence conviction on your record.