Phoenix Juvenile Crimes Lawyer

Juvenile Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

Being convicted of a juvenile crime can have far-reaching consequences, affecting an individual far into adulthood. Unfortunately, many people mistakenly believe that juvenile offenses are not as serious and may not have lasting effects. Although juvenile records are sealed from the public, they do not automatically "go away." They may come into play if the individual is ever arrested again -before or after age 18, and can affect future employment and educational opportunities.

Retaining the services of a competent attorney is essential if your child is to have the greatest opportunity at avoiding a conviction for a juvenile crime. Phoenix juvenile crimes attorney Richard Suzuki is an experienced lawyer who has represented youths facing a number of charges ranging from shoplifting or curfew violations all the way to auto theft, graffiti, violent crimes and even murder. Our firm treats our juvenile clients with the respect and compassion they deserve to guide them through what can otherwise be a very frightening process. Suzuki Law Offices represents juveniles throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area and throughout the rest of Arizona in all types of cases, including:

Runaway, truancy and curfew violations
Drug crimes
Shoplifting, theft or burglary
Vandalism
Assault (school fights, assault on a girlfriend or boyfriend)
Underage drinking and DUI
Arson, robbery, gun crimes and other violent crimes
Gang-related activity

The Arizona Juvenile Justice System

The juvenile justice system is set up to not only hold minors accountable for their actions, but to help them get back on the right track. As a juvenile criminal defense lawyers, we work to keep the focus on rehabilitation to avoid incarceration in a youth detention facility. He pushes for diversion programs that might include psychological counseling, treatment for substance abuse, community service, restitution and staying in school. If your child is charged with a serious felony, we will contest adult transfer proceedings to keep him or her in the juvenile system.

If your child has violated probation or terms of a diversionary adjudication, a Phoenix juvenile crimes attorney at our law firm can represent them in a probation revocation hearing to fight for a second chance. We help the court look beyond mistakes or relapses to see positive steps the youth has made toward responsible behavior.

For experienced and compassionate representation, call our office at (602) 288-8823 or contact us online for your free consultation with a competent Phoenix juvenile criminal defense lawyer.