Tag Archives: Florida Juvenile Offenders
Florida Supreme Court Strikes Down Mandatory Life Sentences for Teenage Offenders
Most juvenile crimes in Florida are handled outside of the normal court system. This affords teenagers charged with an offense the opportunity for rehabilitation. But in severe cases such as murder, even a teenager can be tried, convicted, and sentenced as an adult. In recent years, this has led the U.S. and Florida supreme… Read More »
In Florida, Juvenile Criminal Records May Not Be Confidential
Teenagers who have been charged with a juvenile offense, such as a DUI or a drug charge, can benefit from the assistance of an experienced Florida juvenile defense attorney to navigate the juvenile justice system. For most juvenile offenses, rehabilitative options such as community service and diversion programs are available to help young individuals… Read More »