Juvenile Crime Defense Missouri
What to Expect at a Missouri Juvenile Detention Hearing: Timelines and Parental Rights
Receiving a call that your child has been taken into police custody is a terrifying experience for any parent in Missouri. Unlike the adult criminal justice system, the juvenile sy...
Informal Adjustment vs. Formal Petition in Missouri Juvenile Court: A Guide for Parents
When a child faces allegations of misconduct in Missouri, the juvenile justice system does not immediately treat them like an adult criminal. Under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 211.011, the co...
How to Handle a Deputy Juvenile Officer (DJO) Interview in Missouri
When a minor is accused of a crime or behavioral issue in Missouri, they will inevitably cross paths with a Deputy Juvenile Officer (DJO). DJOs act as the gatekeepers of the juveni...