Juvenile Crimes

There are often times when a simple error in a child’s judgment can result in a clash with the law. The State created the juvenile court system to rehabilitate and correct lawless behavior in children; there are some juvenile crimes for which the State believes this simply will not work.

The Law Offices of Paul Johnson defends children against all juvenile crimes, including felonies, and misdemeanors. Located in Dallas, attorney Paul Johnson has over 30 years of criminal law experience and has devoted a portion of his legal career to defending juveniles facing criminal charges. Contact him to schedule a free initial consultation to learn more about juvenile crime charges.

The State decides whether to charge a child as either an adult or as a juvenile - there are advantages and disadvantages to both, depending upon the crimes involved. Typically these are complicated issues that you should discuss with your attorney. Paul Johnson will defend you or your child against a variety of criminal charges including:

• Murder/manslaughter
• Drug crimes
• DWI/DUI
• Sexual assault
• Robbery/theft
• Probation violation

The effects of a juvenile offense can affect a child's life for years after the conviction. They may have reduced employment opportunities, declined applications for colleges, and poor social standing. As a highly skilled criminal defense lawyer, Paul Johnson, will ensure that your child gets the best results possible in a given case.

To learn more about juvenile crime, contact the Law Offices of Paul Johnson for a free initial consultation. Attorney Paul Johnson defends people throughout Texas, specifically in the counties of Dallas, Denton, Collin, Ellis, Johnson, Kaufman, Rockwall, Tarrant and many others.