Juvenile Court Defense
The NJ criminal lawyers at Schwartz & Posnock have nearly 30 years of experience in New Jersey Juvenile Court matters, including charges ranging from possession of marijuana, simple assault, and shoplifting, to attempted murder, sexual assault, and drug distribution. A juvenile court adjudication can have far-reaching consequences. Although Family Court records are sealed, they are still available to the courts and police agencies, and can preclude a young adult from pursuing a military, law enforcement, or government career. Further, juvenile adjudications can lead to stringent probation conditions or jail terms.
We approach juvenile court cases in the same forceful manner as we approach our criminal cases. As with our adult clients, we will protect your child’s interests by filing motions to suppress statements and physical evidence, motions to dismiss complaints, and motions to compel discovery, among others. We will arrange appropriate psychological services and counseling. We will aggressively seek to minimize the impact of a juvenile court charge upon your child.
We are familiar with Juvenile Court procedure, and are available to represent your child throughout the State of New Jersey. We will fully investigate your child’s case, aggressively represent him or her, and work with you and your child to find the best possible solution to his or her problem.
Having an experienced, aggressive lawyer is critical to the success of defending a Juvenile Court case, where your child’s liberty and future are at stake.