When your child has been arrested or is under investigation by the police, it can be frustrating, frightening and embarrassing. One of your first instincts may be to set a good example of honesty for your child by telling your son or daughter to tell the police the truth. As admirable as this may be, silence is the best tactic in this situation.
If your child is under investigation or being arrested, contact the skilled attorneys at Anderson & Mulrine, PLLC, before you or your child says a word to the police. Even innocent children may risk admitting to crimes under interrogation. Our skilled Leesburg, Virginia, juvenile crime defense lawyers can help protect your child's rights and interests in investigation, negotiations with the prosecution or in the courtroom.
Don't Talk to the Police Without Legal Counsel
While honesty is a virtue, it is not always the best policy when dealing with law enforcement. The police might tell you they are here to help your child or that they will put in a good word with the prosecution. As former prosecutors in Loudoun County, our attorneys understand the reality of these interrogations — to get your child to confess to the crime.
Our attorneys know how to avoid certain law enforcement tactics and will work to have your child's criminal charges dismissed or the penalties reduced. Depending on the facts in your child's case, we may be able to pursue alternative sentencing or community service.
Providing Skilled Defense From All Juvenile Crimes
We understand the impact a criminal record could have on your child's education and job prospects. Our juvenile defense attorneys will work to defend their interests and get them back on the path to a bright future. At our law firm, we defend clients from all types of juvenile charges, including:
- Marijuana possession or sale of narcotics
- Underage DUI
- Underage drinking
- Retail theft, embezzlement or shoplifting
- Trespass, breaking and entering and destruction of property
- Arson
- Assault and battery, concealed weapons
Immigration and Juvenile Crimes
A juvenile conviction may also have an unexpected consequence on those who have not yet become United States citizens. While shoplifting or petty larceny may seem like a small offense, it is a crime of moral turpitude, which may result in deportation if your child is not a citizen of the United States.
Our Loudoun County shoplifting/embezzlement attorneys can help you fight these charges and minimize the consequences. By negotiating to have a crime of moral turpitude dropped or reduced to trespassing or a similar offense, we can work to save your child's future in the U.S.
Free Consultation With Our Loudoun County Shoplifting/Embezzlement Lawyers
Contact our attorneys for representation immediately if your child is being investigated or arrested by the police. Answering police questions puts your child at risk of conviction. We will answer your legal questions and help you and your child through this difficult time.
