One of the most stressful situations that a parent can be forced to deal with is when they find out that their child is being held at the Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) in downtown Houston. For many mothers and fathers this kind of news is surprising, puts an instant damper on the day, and quickly gives rise to many questions.
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Common questions include the following;
- Is my son/daughter guilty of the accusations?
- Will my son/daughter have to stand trial as an adult?
- Will my son/daughter have to serve jail time?
- Will I lose custody of my child?
- Will the juvenile crime be a permanent criminal record?
- How will this affect the future of my son/daughter?
- Can we get the criminal record sealed?
- How can a juvenile defense lawyer help us?
Attorney Joe Gagliardi is ready to answer your questions and ensure that you’re well aware of all the options available to you. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that minors don’t need legal representation. Juvenile offenders need lawyers too. Criminal penalties and lifelong repercussions can result from poor decisions being made at bargaining tables with prosecutors. The fines can be steep too. Whether or not your child is represented by an attorney has a direct impact on the future of your child.
Experienced Legal Representation for Minors
As an experienced defense attorney, Joe Gagliardi knows the best strategies for legal recourse in the event that your son or daughter is innocent of the juvenile criminal charges against them. He knows how to adjust to prosecutors, successfully defend the guilty, and seek solutions which mitigate the severity of criminal penalties without admitting culpability.
Serving The Entire Houston, TX Area
Our legal team will appear in the Houston area jurisdictions listed below to represent our young clients.
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- Harris County
- Waller County
- Montgomery County
- Galveston County
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- Liberty County
- Brazoria County
- Fort Bend County
- Chambers County
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DO NOT ALLOW your child to be interviewed by law enforcement officers or detectives until you’ve made contact with The Gagliardi Law Firm, PLLC, attorney Joseph M. Gagliardi, or another highly competent juvenile defense lawyer in Houston, TX. Take full advantage of the 5th Amendment and your right to abstain from communication with law enforcement absent presence of legal counsel.
Houston’s Juvenile Justice Attorney
In the State of Texas a person under the age of 18 can be charged with either a felony or a misdemeanor criminal offense. If the situation calls for it, they can be certified to be prosecuted as an adult.
However, most juveniles commit petty crimes. Common offenses committed by juveniles include the following;
- Possession of Marijuana
- Violent Crimes & Fighting
- Sex Crimes like sexting, indecent exposure, or the sexual assault of a younger child.
- Vandalism & Property Crimes
- Theft Offenses
- Truancy Violations
- Drunk Driving & Juvenile DUI
If your child is dealing with criminal charges of any kind, up to and including homicide, The Gagliardi Law Firm, PLLC has the personnel, resources, and experience to be effective on their behalf. Contact us by message form or call our law office at 713-224-6277 to discuss the matter.