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California juveniles have RIGHTS - We will PROTECT them

At Bamieh & Erickson, we are interested in more than just the guilt or innocence of juveniles and youthful offenders in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.  We take an active interest in our young clients, striving to not only protect their legal rights but also seek support and rehabilitation that will prepare them for a successful future.

Juvenile and youthful offenders can be accused of many of the same crimes as adults, crimes involving drug possession, alcohol, violent behavior, aggravated assault, auto theft, shoplifting, unlawful sexual activity, and more.  However, the law treats juveniles accused of a crime differently than adults, and these distinctions are very important.

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A holistic approach to juvenile criminal defense
If the young man or woman in your life is facing criminal charges as a juvenile, there are penalty and treatment options available that a skilled criminal defense attorney can help you explore.  The right combination of repentance and rehabilitation can show that a youth not only accepts responsibility for his or her actions, but with the right tools and care is also ready to move forward.   This will help avoid unnecessarily harsh punishments and the stigmatization of being branded a criminal offender.

At Bamieh & Erickson, we pride ourselves in taking a holistic approach to defending juvenile and youthful offenders.  Our sophisticated criminal defense attorneys are concerned with not only the facts of the case but also with the future of the young man or woman in question. To this end, we:

• Aggressively defend juvenile crime cases as early as possible to minimize penalties
• Work with the district attorney to prosecute violent felony offenders as juveniles rather than as an adults whenever possible
• Explore alternatives to incarceration like electronic monitoring or house arrest
• Explore voluntary rehabilitation programs to show the court that the juvenile or youthful offender is serious about reform
• Select family and community-based treatment, diversion and rehab programs to help the young person get their life back on track
• Advise on sealing a juvenile's record at age 18 to protect their future

An experienced criminal defense attorney understands how the disposition of criminal charges can be affected by a well-conceived treatment and rehabilitation program, acceptance of responsibility for unlawful conduct, and plans for restitution.  These are important tools that the lawyers at Bamieh & Erickson use to ensure that juvenile and youthful offenders are treated fairly and are given the best chance of moving forward to become responsible, productive men and women.

Don't waste time: take action NOW
The sooner you hire a skilled and determined criminal defense attorney to protect your juvenile offender's rights, the better the chances that their case will be satisfactorily resolved.  Please contact the Ventura based law offices of Bamieh & Erickson today, and find out how your youth's future can be protected with our sophisticated, holistic defense strategy.

The Law Offices of Bamieh & Erickson, PLC

692 East Thompson Boulevard

Ventura, CA 93001-2829

 (805) 643-5555

Bamieh & Erickson represent clients in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, including:

Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, West Lakes, Simi Valley, Fillmore, Ojai, Santa Paula; Santa Barbara, Goleta

Blog for Juvenile Defense/Youthful Defenders

• Does California’s three strikes law affect my child’s shoplifting case?
• Can I Fight a License Suspension After an Underage DUI?
• Juvenile Arrested In Santa Paula On Sex Crime Charges
• States Repeal Laws That Send 250,000 Kids to Jail Every Year
• What an Experienced Lawyer Can Bring to your Child's California Juvenile Case

Library for Juvenile Defense/Youthful Defenders:

• Sentencing May Change for Juvenile Offenders in Ventura County   
  Can California juvenile offenders serve life in prison without parole? Learn more about sentencing from a trusted Santa Barbara juvenile defense attorney.
• Juvenile Shoplifting Defense in Ventura County   
  Can a California petty theft charge affect my child’s future? Learn how to get criminal records sealed from a trusted Santa Barbara juvenile defense attorney.
• Zero Tolerance: Defending Minors in DUI Cases in Ventura County   
  How can I get help for my underage son or daughter’s DUI charge in California? Get advice from an experienced Santa Barbara juvenile defense attorney.
• Study Shows Juvenile Offenders Often Victims of Child Abuse, Neglect   
  Ventura County criminal defense attorneys handle felony and misdemeanor criminal charges, DUI and other crime allegations against juveniles.
• How To Choose a California Juvenile Defense Lawyer for your Child   
  Juvenile offenders, who may have been misguided or made one big mistake, can face serious penalties and fines. If your child has been charged with a crime in California, you need the best representation available. Read this article to learn what you should look for in a defense attorney, and call us today at (805) 643-5555 if you have any questions.
• Juvenile Felony and Misdemeanor Arrests in Santa Barbara County   
  Every year the California Office of the Attorney General updates their criminal justice statistics, which provides information among other things about juvenile and felony and misdemeanor arrests in Santa Barbara County. In this article you’ll find a list of all juvenile felony arrests by gender and offense for the last available year of data, and a list of all juvenile misdemeanor arrests by gender and offense. To get help with a juvenile crime case from an experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney, please contact the law offices of Bamieh & Erickson today.
• Juvenile Felony and Misdemeanor Arrests in Ventura County   
  The California Office of the Attorney General collects and publishes criminal justice statistics that show the number of juvenile and felony and misdemeanor arrests in Ventura County each year. This article contains a summary of all juvenile felony arrests by gender and offense for the last available year of data, and a list of all juvenile misdemeanor arrests by gender and offense. Please contact the law offices of Bamieh & Erickson today if a juvenile or youthful offender in your life needs the assistance of a skilled and determined attorney.

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