Protecting Juveniles Throughout Northern California
Most parents work hard to raise their kids well. However, despite parents' best efforts, juveniles still get in trouble. When this happens, it can be tough to know what to expect from the legal system. I am Douglas L. Gardner, Attorney at Law, and I defend juveniles throughout Redding and Northern California who are facing criminal charges. Contact me online or call 530-410-0648 to schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced lawyer.
Defending Delinquent Teens
Some parents want their kids to learn more responsibility and push them to be accountable for their actions. However, this important lesson must be tempered with consideration of the consequences inherent in criminal charges. In some juvenile law cases, records are cleared when a child turns 18, but that is not always the case. I work closely with juveniles and their parents to protect juveniles in the legal system and give them the representation they need.
I defend teens who are facing a variety of delinquency issues, including:
- Inappropriate sexual acts
- Fighting at school
- School rule violations, including truancy
- Status offenses (actions that are not illegal if of age, such as drinking)
- Vandalism
- Breaking into buildings
- Theft
There are a variety of reasons teens end up tangled with the juvenile law system, but usually the juvenile's actions just reflect a lack of judgment. I strive to see teens get the fair treatment they need to move on with their lives, without momentary lapses of judgment destroying their future. Schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced juvenile law attorney by contacting me online or calling 530-410-0648.