Howell, MI Juvenile Defense Attorney

If you are under the age of 17 and charged with a crime in Livingston County, it is crucial to contact an experienced juvenile defense attorney as soon as possible. The team at Grabel & Associates has over fifteen years of experience fighting for clients statewide, and will aggressively fight to keep a criminal conviction off your record. Cases involving juvenile offenders require complex defense strategies, and oftentimes are handled in different courts than normal criminal cases, which is why it is important to have a knowledgeable juvenile defender fighting for you to ensure you achieve the best available outcome in your case.

Experienced Juvenile Defense Representation Livingston County

At Grabel & Associates, we value your freedom and will devote ample time to developing a unique defense strategy after reviewing the specifics of your case. A criminal record has the potential to drastically impact your future, making it necessary to secure the help of a premier defense attorney and battle back.

Our team takes juvenile defense very seriously and is dedicated to protecting the future of Livingston County’s accused youth. We are available around the clock, so we can start working with you as soon as possible. If you need help battling criminal accusations, contact us our criminal defense law firm immediately.

Juvenile Crime Statistics in Livingston, MI

In Livingston County, the juvenile crime rate for all offense types is 3.17 per 1,000 juveniles, meaning roughly 1 in every 315 juveniles in the county faced charges in the most recently reported year. Statewide, there were 13,265 juvenile offenses committed in the most recently reported year.

Offenses are divided into three categories:

• Serious Crimes- including aggravated assault, homicide, rape, robbery, etc.
• Property Crimes- including arson, burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, etc.
• Other Crimes- including disorderly conduct, driving under the influence, embezzlement, family and children, forgery/counterfeiting, fraud, gambling laws, liquor laws, narcotic laws, negligent manslaughter, non-aggravated assault, prostitution and common vice, sex offenses, stolen property, vandalism, weapons, etc.

Howell, MI Courthouses and Detention Centers

If you or a loved one is charged with a juvenile crime in Howell, MI, the Juvenile Unit of the Family Division of the 44th Circuit Court will hear the case. When a prosecutor files a petition with the court that alleges an individual under the age of 17 has broken one or more laws, a juvenile justice "delinquency" case is opened. The Juvenile Code grants authority to the Juvenile Court, which is responsible for handling Child Protection and Juvenile Justice cases. The Juvenile Court is located at 204 S Highlander Way, Suite 3 Howell, MI 48843. Serious cases can be waived to adult court, but an experienced juvenile defense lawyer can protect you from this outcome.

The Juvenile Court’s role is to promote the safety of the community. The court provides services that support the youth and their families and helps them avoid further court involvement in the future. This, however, doesn’t mean that juvenile judges don’t make mistakes, or that false allegations are not an issue. Juvenile defense lawyers protect clients from wrongful conviction and excessively harsh, life-altering penalties.

Juvenile offenders are usually detained in juvenile institutions, if the court decides upon institutionalization. For more information on state delinquency programs, review the information listed in this directory.

Livingston County Police and Prosecutors

The Howell Police Department and the Livingston County Sherriff Department are responsible for investigating criminal cases in Howell, MI, including juvenile cases. If you are under the age of 17 and have been accused of committing a crime in Livingston County, don’t speak to the police until you have contacted a defense attorney. Call Grabel & Associates as soon as possible to obtain the assistance of a seasoned defense lawyer, which will better your chances of receiving a favorable outcome to your case.

When a juvenile crime progresses to trial, the prosecuting attorney will be tasked with presenting evidence in an attempt to prove alleged guilt to a judge or jury. The juvenile court system operates slightly differently, though a defense lawyer will still need to prepare a strategy to fight back and protect your rights.

Contact a Livingston County Defense Attorney

Experienced case analysts are available 24/7 to provide you with a free initial case consultation. Call 1-800-342-7896 toll free to get in touch with our staff and take the first steps in defending your rights or contact us online. Juvenile crimes are serious and may result in life-altering consequences. A member of our team is ready to hear the details of your case now and start developing a winning defense strategy to protect you from wrongful accusations or excessively harsh sentences. Don’t wait - contact a Howell, MI County defense attorney as soon as possible.