Youth Criminal Justice
Young people make mistakes. It is a part of growing up, and to a degree, it is expected. Unfortunately, there are times where those mistakes cross the line into alleged criminal activity and may result in lasting and serious consequences for their future. In addition, a minor’s crimes can impact the child’s parents who are often expected by the courts to be in attendance at their child’s court dates and to cover the costs of lawyer’s fees. The lawyers at Eisen Dyer LLP have extensive experience with the Youth Criminal Justice Act and can be invaluable allies to protect the rights of young people charged with criminal offences.
Understanding the Law of Youth Offences
If your child has been accused of a crime, it is important that you secure the services of a qualified, competent criminal defence lawyer immediately in order to protect their rights and to make sure they have solid representation when their case comes before a judge. At Eisen Dyer LLP, we have experience dealing with cases similar to your child’s and understand that navigating the criminal justice system can be particularly daunting for young people. We can help you and your child through this difficult experience.
In Canada, there are important differences in terms of how the government handles crimes allegedly committed by young people 12-17 years of age, as compared to the adults. While the Youth Criminal Justice Act emphasizes rehabilitation as opposed to incarceration for young persons who are found guilty of criminal offences, there are still many situations where the Crown Attorney will seek a jail sentence. This possible outcome, together with the impact of related orders which often accompany a finding of guilt in youth court such as DNA orders, restitution orders, and weapon prohibition orders, makes it clear that having a competent criminal defence attorney to assist your child through the youth criminal justice process is of the utmost importance.
Eisen Dyer LLP’s skilled legal team will explore all possible options for resolving your child’s case with the minimum stress to you and your family, and present the strongest possible defence in court should the matter proceed to trial.
Eisen Dyer LLP: Barrie Criminal Lawyers Who Will Fight For You
The legal team at Eisen Dyer LLP has over 40 years of combined experience in criminal defence, having prepared and argued cases successfully at all levels of the Ontario court system. They have built their practice on hard work, clear communication with clients, and an unwavering dedication to excellence in the field of criminal defence; today, Eisen Dyer LLP is one of the most highly regarded law firms in the Barrie area. They work in all areas of criminal defence and handle all types of cases, including impaired driving, domestic and sexual assault, property offences, and more. Senior Partner Mitchell Eisen is a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law by the Law Society of Ontario. All lawyers in the firm stay abreast of the latest developments in Canadian criminal law, which ensures that they can provide the most effective defence for every client. They can assist you through every phase of your criminal case, from police investigations, bail, pre-trial hearings, plea negotiations, trials, and appeals. The law offices of Eisen Dyer LLP are located at 89 Collier St. Suite 100, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1H2 and can be reached by calling (705) 721-1888 or by contacting us electronically.
The materials provided on this site are for information purposes only. These materials constitute general information relating to areas of law familiar to our firm lawyers. They do NOT constitute legal advice or other professional advice and you may not rely on the contents of this website as such.
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The lawyers and staff at Eisen Dyer LLP are experts in their field. Whatever you are charged with, whether it be murder or shoplifting or anything in between, we will treat you with the utmost sympathy and respect, and will do everything in our power to achieve the best possible result for you.