Juvenile courts handle all sorts of different cases which involve children under the age of 18, from matters involving crimes to deprivations and terminations of parental rights.  There are many legal and procedural differences in how juvenile courts deal with the issues in front of them, and it is helpful to have an attorney who can help you understand these differences. 

An act of juvenile delinquency is an act committed by a child, which would have been considered a crime if committed by an adult.  The most common delinquent acts include traffic offenses, shoplifting, and possession of drugs or alcohol.  If your child has been accused of committing a delinquent act of any type and you need advice or representation, I can help.