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The Importance of Legal Representation for Juveniles

Law Office of Katie Walsh

You are not alone if your child has gotten in trouble with the law. Many adults struggled with juvenile delinquency and their youth and went on to live healthy and productive lives. The mistakes we make in our youth shouldn’t haunt us for the rest of our lives. Children and teenagers don’t fully understand the implications of specific actions. If your teen is facing legal challenges in Orange County, hiring an experienced attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome of their case. There are many important benefits to hiring a skilled California juvenile defense attorney at the Law Office of Katie Walsh to represent your child.

  1.  Experienced Legal Guidance

A criminal defense attorney can review the details of your child’s case is determining the best legal strategy. Depending on the specific offense and facts in your child’s unique, a juvenile defense attorney may be able to get the case dismissed. When that is not possible, they can negotiate aggressively for the lowest possible sentence, such as house arrest, community service, or probation.

If you are child has already been sentenced, an experienced attorney may be able to get the sentence reduced or get time served. Your attorney can also guide you through the process, which can be complicated and overwhelming, especially if this is the first time you’ve experienced the process.

  1. Speeding up the Process

Juvenile cases in California can drag on for a significant amount of time, and Orange County Juvenile Courts are currently overwhelmed with cases. Hiring an experienced juvenile defense attorney may allow your attorney to speed up the process as much as possible so your child isn’t incarcerated or dealing with the juvenile justice system any longer than is necessary.

  1. Protecting Your Child’s Rights and Interests

When children and family members do not understand their legal rights, they are vulnerable to abuse in the justice system. A juvenile defense attorney knows your rights and will protect you against violations from police or other members of the juvenile justice system. An attorney will work with your best interests in mind and help you understand your options so you and your child can make informed decisions regarding your child’s case. For example, an attorney can help you understand the benefits and potential negatives of accepting a plea and the trial process. Your attorney can also explain the types of hearings your child may need to attend.

  1. Protecting Your Child’s Future

Working with an experienced attorney can mean the difference between a successful outcome in your child’s case and a negative outcome. Youth offenders are more likely to become repeat offenders later in life without the proper support and representation. Working with an attorney who understands the issues involved in juvenile delinquency can help you protect your child’s future. 

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with a Juvenile Defense Attorney

Was your child arrested for committing a crime in Orange County? If so, you and your child will benefit from working with an experienced juvenile criminal attorney. Having a skilled Orange County juvenile defense attorney on your child’s side will level the playing field and increase the chances of a positive outcome. Contact the Law Office of Katie Walsh today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to learn more about how we can help protect your child and his or her future.

Client Reviews

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

XL, juvenile client

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