Columbia Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyer
Has your child been charged with a crime in SC?
Are you the parent or guardian of a juvenile who has been charged with
a crime? Having a criminal record, even as a juvenile, can have a negative
impact on your child for the rest of their life. It is critically important
to hire the services of an experienced
Columbia criminal attorney who is able to properly fight the charges and defend their future.
Children accused of crimes my face a host of consequences from the loss
of their freedom to the ability to pursue the education and career that
they want. My priority is doing what is in the best interest of your child
and to work diligently to prevent them from being caught up in the cycle
of our criminal justice system. I will work tirelessly to protect their
rights and to help safeguard their future.
I can help if your child has been charged with any of the following criminal offenses:
Call me at (803) 402-8544 as soon as possible.
In the State of South Carolina, a juvenile charged with a crime does not
have the same right to a jury trial as does an adult. Their case is heard
before a family court judge who has the power to sentence your child up
to their 21st birthday depending upon the offense. Sentences given are
dependent upon the evidence presented, your child's past criminal
history, your child's school record, as well as parental involvement.
The Department of Juvenile Justice is actively involved in the process
and it is imperative that you have an experienced criminal defense attorney
by your child's side so that their rights are protected and their
case is put forward in the most positive light. I am a former state prosecutor
and criminal defense attorney who has had experience on both sides of
the courtroom aisle prosecuting and defending juveniles in family court.
Call me today for a free case evaluation.
Serving the cities of Blythewood, Camden, Cayce, Chester, Columbia, Irmo,
Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, Rock Hill, Sumter, West Columbia, and
Winnsboro.