Juvenile Charges

Dayton Juvenile Defense Attorney

If it is not handled properly, a conviction for a criminal charge can follow a person for the rest of his or her life. It can limit a person's career choices and may prevent them from attending the college or university of their choice. A conviction for even a minor traffic charge can result in the loss of your child’s drivers license, temporary permit or his or her ability to obtain a license or permit.

At Ross & Calaway, we defend juveniles accused of misdemeanor and felony crimes. Our goal is to obtain the best outcome possible and minimize the future consequences growing out of the charge.

Call us at (937) 640-5000 for a free initial consultation. We can discuss your child's situation and discuss the possible legal strategies we could use to obtain a positive outcome.

Protecting Your Child's Future

Ross & Calaway represents clients in juvenile defense cases, including:

• DUI/OVI
• Traffic violations
• Underage consumption
• Drug charges
• Shoplifting and theft
• Violent crimes
• Vandalism or criminal damaging
• And others

Whenever possible, we seek outcomes that minimize the consequences for the juvenile.

Alternatives to Conviction

Fortunately, the State of Ohio prefers rehabilitation to conviction for juveniles whenever possible. Unless they are tried as an adult, juveniles are deemed "responsible" for a crime and are not declared "guilty". There are a number of alternative sentencing programs available to juveniles, including drug court, diversion, boot camp, mandatory counseling, and other programs. These can allow juveniles to obtain the help they need, while preserving their career and educational options. Our defense lawyers understand the rules for these programs and the factors that prosecutors and the juvenile court use to determine eligibility. If your child could benefit from one of these programs and qualifies, we will work to obtain that result.

An arrest for assault, theft, or drug possession is a serious matter. In most cases, however, it need not lead to lifelong consequences if your child obtains the help and legal representation he or she needs. Ross & Calaway will work to achieve the result that helps your child deal successfully with the behavior that led to the arrest.

For a free consultation with a juvenile defense attorney at Ross & Calaway, L.L.C., call (937) 640-5000, or contact us online. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day.