Juvenile Law

In our juvenile law practice, we represent children under the age of 17, who are accused of committing delinquent acts. Delinquent acts are acts that would be considered a crime, if committed by an adult. Delinquency matters proceed in Juvenile Court, and often can have serious consequences. Examples of delinquent acts are:

• Drug possession

• Shoplifting

• Traffic offenses

• Underage possession of alcohol

• Assault and battery

• Trespass and property destruction

• Terroristic threats

If your child has been accused of a delinquent act, it is important to consult an attorney who is familiar with the rules and procedures of Juvenile Court. In Georgia, juvenile courts are an entirely separate system from adult court and different rules and consequences apply.

We also represent parents who are part of Dependency matters. A child is considered Dependent if he or she is abused, neglected, or in need of protection by the court. Some examples of Dependency are:

• Lack of medical treatment for the child

• Unsanitary living conditions

• Physical abuse

• Lack of food in the home

• Corporal punishment

Accusations of Dependency can be made by anybody who has knowledge of the facts, including relatives, neighbors, a school employee, of the Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS). When a child is alleged to have been dependent, we represent one or both parents with a goal of reunifying the parents with their children.