In the past decade, it has become more common for children to be referred to adult criminal courts for trial. Juveniles are treated as adults in the court system, without the special protections given to juveniles. If your child has been charged with a crime, contact our firm today to schedule a consultation with an attorney who will respond aggressively to your child's juvenile law matter.
Southern California Juvenile Justice Lawyers
At McGlinn & McGlinn, Attorneys at Law, our attorneys advocate for children and youth in a wide range of matters. Our goal is to help young people who find themselves involved in the juvenile justice system in cases involving juvenile crime, DMV hearings and California's Child Protective Services (CPS). Read about juvenile matters in the paragraphs below.
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Juvenile Law Resource Links
Family and Corrections Network
FCN offers information and assistance to families of prisoners and tracks the impact of the justice system on the family.
Administration for Children and Families
This division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services administers the federal programs for child-focused social services; protective services and shelter for children and youth in at-risk situations; child care for working families and families on public assistance; and adoption for children with special needs.
Child Welfare League of America
The CWLA is an association of nonprofit entities which offer a wide range of services for abused and neglected children and their families.
The Children's Defense Fund
The Children's Defense Fund offers programs and lobbying on children's issues, including juvenile justice.
Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice
The CJCJ promotes "balanced and humane criminal justice policies that reduce incarceration and promote long-term public safety" by developing community, policy and education programs.
Department of Justice
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) site includes statistics concerning youth crime and incarceration, as well as criminal enforcement and prevention measures.
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
The OJJDP sponsors research and policy initiatives to guide federal juvenile justice issues and provides information about juvenile justice issues.
National Council on Crime and Delinquency
The NCCD promotes "effective, humane, fair and economically sound solutions to family, community and justice problems" and works with institutions and individuals to improve the justice system.
The National Center on Education, Disability, and Juvenile Justice
EDJJ provides assistance and research in support of delinquency prevention, education for incarcerated youth and transition services for children returning to the community.
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