A threat against a school became its own crime in California on January 1, 2026. The statute reaches threats of death or great bodily injury at schools, daycares, universities, workplaces and other locations, and no particular victim has to be named. For anyone under 18, it also requires a referral to services first where the minor qualifies.
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A juvenile adjudication is not a criminal conviction, but for firearms it can carry a prohibition lasting until age 30. AB 383 took effect in January 2026 and added relinquishment deadlines and enforcement. Here is what that means for a case still open and for firearms already in the home.
Continue reading ›Wardship and non-wardship probation are two very different outcomes in California’s juvenile court system, and the distinction between them can shape your child’s future for years. At the Law Office of Katie Walsh, our Orange County juvenile defense attorney helps parents understand these two paths so they can advocate for the outcome that best protects…
Continue reading ›A juvenile firearm possession allegation can move quickly and trigger immediate consequences at school and in court. Even when a teen insists the firearm was not theirs or did not know it was present, the system may still treat the situation as possession and move forward aggressively. If you are searching for an Orange County…
Continue reading ›Teen rideshare incidents can escalate quickly when a trip ends in a crash, a confrontation, or an allegation that pulls police into the situation. Families in Orange County can end up dealing with two tracks at once: civil responsibility on the insurance side and juvenile exposure on the court side. If you are looking for…
Continue reading ›When your child faces juvenile sex offense allegations in Orange County, the possibility of lifetime sex offender registration creates terror for families. California’s sex offender registration system treats some juvenile offenders as harshly as adults, requiring registration that follows your child into adulthood, affecting housing, employment, and education for life. At Katie Walsh Law, an…
Continue reading ›Finding prescription medications in your teenager’s possession that aren’t prescribed to them triggers both health concerns and potential criminal charges. At the Law Office of Katie Walsh, our Orange County juvenile defense lawyer understands prescription drug cases from both sides, she prosecuted drug offenses during her 9 years at the Orange County District Attorney’s Office…
Continue reading ›When your teenager faces serious criminal charges in Orange County, understanding California’s juvenile three strikes law can feel overwhelming. At The Law Office of Katie Walsh, Orange County juvenile defense lawyer Katie Walsh brings 9 years of experience from the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, where she prosecuted serious juvenile cases at Lamoreaux Justice Center,…
Continue reading ›Nothing prepares you for the call that your child was in a fight and police are involved. What used to end with detention now frequently becomes a criminal case in Orange County. At the Law Office of Katie Walsh, we defend more school-fight assault cases than almost any other charge, most involving good students with…
Continue reading ›When a juvenile faces charges in Orange County, victim impact statements can significantly influence sentencing outcomes. At the Law Office of Katie Walsh, we help families understand how these statements affect juvenile dispositions. As an Orange County juvenile defense lawyer, Katie Walsh provides comprehensive representation addressing all aspects of your child’s case. What Are Victim…
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