'Youthful Mistakes' Can Have Adult Consequences
When you are young, a criminal arrest can seem like a minor event. It isn't.
A conviction is a "black mark" that can limit your opportunities for many years to come. That is why it is important for a young person to fight a criminal charge before it snowballs into something bigger than you ever expected.
I am attorney Laura Kelly Valentine. I defend young people against charges related to "juvenile crimes," including:
- Assault arising from fight
- Sexual assault, including statutory rape or "date rape"
- Underage possession of alcohol
- Underage drinking
- Underage DUI/DWI
- Public intoxication due to drinking, smoking or huffing intoxicating substances
- Possession or sale of marijuana, illegal prescription drugs or controlled substances
- Harassment or terroristic threats resulting in request for an order for protection (OFP)
- Indecent exposure including "flashing"
Twin Cities Juvenile Criminal Defense Attorney | Expungement Lawyer
Whether or not you are convicted of a crime, a criminal arrest can remain in police record for years. If you are convicted, it can result in your expulsion from school, or dismissal from a sports team.
A conviction can remain on your criminal record for potential employers, college admissions counselors and others to discover during background checks. It can also make you a target for future arrests.
As your attorney, I can work proactively with law enforcement officials to avoid or reduce any proposed charges. I can also work to have your charges dismissed before trial. If a trial is unavoidable, I have the experience and knowledge to fight for you in court to seek an acquittal or a reduced sentence.
I pride myself on educating my clients about the law and the potential consequences they face, so they can make informed decisions. As your Minnesota defense advocate, I can use my experience in the criminal justice system to lessen your consequences. I can also work to remove traces of an arrest or misdemeanor or felony conviction through a legal process called expungement.
Dakota and Scott County Assault Charges Attorney | Free Consultation
To discuss your situation with a skilled Burnsville juvenile defense attorney, contact me online at Laura Kelly Valentine , Attorney at Law. My initial consultation is free and always confidential. Call me today at 952-236-4078 or 866-929-3068 toll free.
