Fort Collins, Colorado, Juvenile Delinquency Attorney
It's important to intervene as early as possible in a young person's life when drug possession, theft, assault, gang activities or other criminal activity results in his arrest. At the law office of David H. Johnson, I work closely with parents, the court, counselors, and social workers in helping young people who are facing delinquent charges in Fort Collins or the surrounding area. Unlike adult criminal cases, juvenile cases are civil matters. The focus of the juvenile court is to do what is in the best interests of society and the juvenile. While each case is different, I pursue alternatives to juvenile detention that address a young person's problems now - to help avoid recidivism and a future adult criminal record. As your child's lawyer, I'm his advocate, providing key information for the district attorney to consider when determining how best to handle the case. My goal is to get your child the help he needs before he becomes an adult.
If your son or daughter is facing delinquent charges, contact juvenile defense lawyer David H. Johnson today. My consultations are completely confidential and protected by the attorney-client privilege, regardless of whether you hire me.
Juvenile Delinquency and Criminal Charges
The law office of David H. Johnson advises and represents clients in regard to the following juvenile charges:
- Drug offenses involving marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, methamphetamine (meth), illegal prescription drugs, LSD, and other controlled substances.
- Alcohol-related offenses such as underage drinking, minor in possession, and open container
- DUI/DWAI
- Assault
- Sexual Assault
- Robbery
- Theft, Shoplifting
- Car Theft, Car Jacking
- Arson
- Vandalism
- Computer Hacking
- Criminal Trespass
- Weapons Violations and
- Gang Activity
Intervention = Prevention
The decisions and actions of a person at the age of 15 or 16 look quite different when one becomes an adult. As a juvenile defense attorney, my primary concern is making sure a young person gets a second chance and the help they need. Exploring alternatives to detention, reducing charges, or expunging a juvenile record can be important steps in helping young people overcome bad decisions made earlier in life. When working with juvenile clients my law office consults counselors, social workers, psychologists, and other experts in presenting the court with information which may justify a reduction of charges or alternative sentencing.
Contact an Experienced Juvenile Defense Attorney Today
Don't think teaching your son or daughter a hard lesson by putting them in lock up is just what they need to change their behavior. Whether it's juvenile detention or the Division of Youth Corrections, confinement often only reinforces destructive, delinquent behavior. My office has the experience and resources needed to provide aggressive representation and look at alternative options to help your child. To schedule a consultation and discuss your child's matter, contact juvenile defense lawyer David H. Johnson today.
