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Campus Safety Violations: Protecting Your Child’s Educational Future

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In Orange County, schools increasingly involve law enforcement in campus safety violations that were once addressed through school discipline. At the Law Office of Katie Walsh, our experienced Orange County juvenile defense lawyers have seen how this trend can jeopardize your child’s educational future and lead to lasting legal consequences.

Overview of the Orange County School Safety Climate and Zero Tolerance Policies

Many Orange County school districts enforce strict zero tolerance policies on fighting, weapons possession, drug-related incidents, and threats. These policies often lead to automatic suspension or expulsion without individual consideration. 

With increased police involvement, typical teenage behavior can result in juvenile arrests, criminal charges, and permanent records. Regular campus police presence can criminalize typical adolescent actions rather than focusing on educational interventions. Understanding the evolving school safety climate can help families prepare for legal challenges and navigate disciplinary procedures successfully.

Frequent campus safety violations include:

  • Physical Altercations: Fighting or mutual combat on school grounds can lead to assault charges under California Penal Codes 240 and 242.
  • Weapons Possession: Under Penal Code 626.10, possession of knives, replica weapons, or other dangerous objects on campus can result in felony charges.
  • Drug and Alcohol Violations: Possession of controlled substances or improperly stored prescription medications may lead to charges under the Health and Safety Code Sections 11350-11377.
  • Threat-Making: Statements made in jest or on social media can be interpreted as criminal threats (Penal Code 422).
  • Technology-Related Offenses: Cyberbullying or distributing inappropriate images involving minors can lead to serious charges, including violations of child pornography laws.

Being informed about common violations helps parents identify risks and prepare strong defenses with our Orange County juvenile defense attorneys.

Consequences extend far beyond school discipline:

  • Suspension or expulsion disrupts academic progress and graduation timelines.
  • Juvenile criminal records can negatively impact college admissions, scholarships, military service, and future employment.
  • Felony strike charges under California’s Three Strikes Law, especially for juveniles 16 and older, can carry severe penalties.

These serious consequences underline the importance of immediate legal representation from Orange County juvenile defense lawyers.

How Experienced Orange County Juvenile Defense Lawyers Protect Students’ Educational Rights

Timely responses are critical. Contacting the Law Office of Katie Walsh promptly after campus safety allegations can prevent damaging statements and ensure strong, coordinated defenses. Our skilled attorneys have successfully defended numerous expulsion hearings, often securing alternative education placement instead of expulsion.

Our coordinated approach addresses criminal charges and school disciplinary proceedings to avoid conflicting outcomes that may harm your child’s interests. Early intervention and experienced legal guidance from Orange County juvenile defense lawyers are vital to safeguarding your child’s education and legal rights.

Contact Skilled Orange County Juvenile Defense Attorneys for Campus Safety Violations

Don’t let a campus safety violation derail your child’s future. Contact the Law Office of Katie Walsh at (714) 351-0178 or contact us online for a free consultation. Our experienced Orange County juvenile defense attorneys are committed to protecting your child’s rights and educational success every step of the way.

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I hired attorney Katie Walsh to help my son when he was found with a large amount of drugs on school campus. She got us through the Expulsion Hearing, and miraculously he can go back to school at the winter semester after he catches up with his classes. The...

AR- parent of minor client

I hired Katie Walsh to have my felony convictions expunged. She was able to expunge my record within 6 weeks of me giving her all the information. Even though technically I had a probation violation, and therefore the expungement was not automatic, she was...

AR, criminal client

My 16 year old son was charged with possession of Marijuana, HS 11357(b). I was very concerned about what would happen to him and how this would affect his future. I contacted Ms. Walsh and she assured me that everything would be Ok- and it was. The judge...

CT, parent of juvenile client

My child was charged with Felony Penal Code 597(a)- Animal Cruelty. After hiring Katie Walsh, she got the charges reduced to a misdemeanor, counseling, and 40 hours of chores at home. We come back in 6 months and the case will get completely dismissed and...

DH - Parent of Juvenile client

I hired Katie Walsh to represent my son on sexual abuse allegations- P.C. 288(a) and P.C. 288(b)- they were Strike Charges. After negotiating with the D.A., she got all the strike charges dismissed, and got my son released from custody with credit for time...

DR- mother of juvenile client

Katie Walsh was fantastic throughout this entire process! My 13 year old son was charged with two counts of lewd act on a minor, PC 288(a) and was in juvenile hall. After hiring Ms. Walsh, she GOT MY SON OUT OF JAIL and back home with us at the detention...

EG, parent of juvenile client

My 14 year old son was arrested at school for P.C. 311 (child pornography). My son had innocent and stupid nude pictures of himself and friends on his phone. Ms. Walsh was extremely easy to talk to, and made my son feel very comfortable during this process. As...

GK,TK, parents of juvenile client

Ms. Walsh was a life saver when I didn't know what was going on, or how to handle the situation. My young daughter was attacked at her middle school and was seriously injured. At a time when both the school and the police were giving us the run-around and not...

HA, mother of 13 year old Victim Rights client

I hired Katie Walsh to seal my juvenile record of PC 288(a) (lewd act on a minor), after my request had been denied by a Judge and by the Probation Department. After speaking with Probation, the DA and the Judge at a hearing, she was able to get my record...

JW, former juvenile client

I was charged with a Felony Conspiracy charge- PC 182. After hiring Ms. Walsh she got my charged reduced to a misdemeanor right away, and now I just have to do community service and in 6 months my entire case will be dismissed! I would recommend Ms. Walsh if...

KP, juvenile client

Ms. Walsh was like a breath of fresh air throughout this entire process. I was uncertain about the outcome, but she told me everything would be ok- and it was. She had my juvenile record sealed within 3 months of speaking with her. She was always available to...

LR, former juvenile client

Ms. Walsh got the judge to terminate my son's probation and seal his 2 juvenile cases (Penal Code 288(a) and Penal Code 242) even though he had violated my probation by picking up a new case. By getting his record sealed under penal code 786, it means his...

MB- mother of juvenile client

At a very difficult time in my life I contacted attorney Katie Walsh. I am a teacher and was being harassed/stalked by a parent at my school. I wanted a Restraining Order against this person. Ms. Walsh listened to me and made feel like I was her most...

MB, restraining order client

My son was charged with Lewd Conduct, P.C. 647 out of Downey, CA. After hiring Ms. Walsh, she spoke with the District Attorney, Probation, and the Judge. Even though the judge was not pleased with the offer, she was able to get my son Community Service and a...

MG, parent of minor

It is with sincere gratitude that I send this recommendation As a parent of a child that was arrested on a Felony Domestic Abuse charge and over 2000 miles away I had to rely on friend of a friends word that you would be able to help us. Those words couldn't...

MPF, mother of criminal client

I really liked having Ms. Walsh as my attorney. She visited me in Juvenile Hall. I was charged with four counts of Robbery (Penal Code 211). This was my 8th juvenile petition. Ms. Walsh got 2 of the robbery charges dismissed, and I only served 30 days in...

MU, juvenile client

I was arrested for a felony Domestic charge, PC 273.5(a). After I hired Katie Walsh, my entire case was dismissed. I never had to appear in court. I felt very comfortable with Ms. Walsh- she was easy to speak with, she was very accessible and easy to get a...

NF, criminal client

Katie was instrumental in helping me with a criminal matter as an advocate for me and my children when I was a named victim in a DV case. She patiently and expediently addressed all of my questions and was an invaluable source of information. She prepared me...

RG

My daughter was pulled over arrested for having a Fake ID. After hiring Ms. Walsh my daughter did not have to plead guilty- which would have affected her license status. She did community service, completed a legal awareness class, returned in 6 months and...

RS

My 14 year old daughter was involved in an assault and battery- PC 240/242, in Irvine. After hiring Katie Walsh the case was not referred to Court. My daughter was able to complete a class and the case will be dismissed entirely! Ms. Walsh was available to us...

SG, mother a juvenile client

My son was charged with possession of Child Pornography P.C. 311.11(a) - a charge I did not realize a child could be guilty of! As parents were beside ourselves when we found this out, and contacted Katie Walsh. She listened to us, guided us through the...

SH- mother of juvenile client

From San Diego I contacted Ms. Walsh about sealing my juvenile record in Orange County regarding a Petty Theft charge. She was always very responsive to any of my questions, and consistently kept me updated. Even though probation said this would take...

XL, juvenile client
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