April 30, 2025 | Juvenile Crimes

What’s the Difference Between Getting Charged as a Juvenile Versus an Adult in California?

If you or someone you love is facing criminal charges in California, the accused person’s age can make a huge difference. The law treats juveniles and adults differently, especially when it comes to penalties, rehabilitation, and how the case is handled. Learning the key differences between the two systems can help you know what to […]

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April 19, 2022 | Juvenile Crimes

Truancy: How Many Days Can My Kid Miss School in San Diego?

California requires children between the ages of six and 18 years to be in an educational program. For most children, compulsory education requires attending school in their school district. Truancy is defined as unexcused absences from school. The California Education Code states that a truant is a student who does not have a valid excuse […]

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July 17, 2018 | Juvenile Crimes

Underage DUI: What You Need to Understand About the Juvenile Crime

DUIs are very serious crimes, especially because they can easily lead to disaster for every other party on the roadway. This is why, if somebody has been caught in the midst of underage DUI, the law handles their case quite seriously. Underage DUI criminalizes the actions of a young driver who chose to drink and […]

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March 24, 2017 | Juvenile Crimes

Why Should I Consider Sealing my Juvenile Record in California?

If you petition the court to seal your records, you could find that there are many benefits in doing so. The juvenile proceedings will be seen as if they never occurred in the first place. This means that, if you are asked if you have a criminal offense or not, you can legally say no. […]

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