When a person under the age of 18 is charged with a crime in Virginia, he or she might have to face juvenile court. Having some background knowledge on what the court actually does with juvenile cases may be beneficial while dealing with these charges. When juveniles...
Juvenile Crimes
Virginia State Crime Commission addresses sexting laws
Many children and teenagers in Virginia have their own cell phones and a number of them have used these devices to send and receive inappropriate photos of themselves and other young people. The act of sexting, or sending sexually suggestive photos via picture...
Virginia teen now facing murder charges
A 17-year-old Virginia Beach teenager is now facing murder charges after the death of a 41-year-old man. The man was shot earlier this month on Peregrine Street and was pronounced dead at the scene. The man was in his house with his young daughter at the time of the...
Understanding the frequency and dangers of sexting
When charges are filed against juveniles who have committed crimes in Virginia, one that isn't often seen as a serious violation of the law or even a criminal act is sexting. A teenager might believe there's nothing wrong or illegal about sending explicit messages to...
Virginia teens can face criminal charges and serious consequences
When an adult is charged with a crime, he or she may have a very difficult road ahead of him or her. Depending on the crime, a conviction can mean fines, probation and even jail time. If the legal process is taxing on adults facing criminal charges, you can imagine...
What happens when a child is accused of a crime?
When a child is accused of a crime, the child and their family may feel blindsided and unsure of what to do next. Being prepared for what lies ahead will help ensure a better outcome for the family and their child. The juvenile court process varies from...
Juvenile crime is prevalent in Portsmouth
When a student is charged with a crime, school officials must determine whether the child will be allowed to return to school. School officials look at the student's privacy rights and weigh them against safety concerns. However, many students return to school...
What to expect when a child is charged with a crime
Many young people who are charged with crimes are not aware of the juvenile justice system and the consequences that may lie ahead of them. Children and teenagers who have not reached the age of majority, which is 18 in Virginia and most other states, may be referred...
Virginia teen faces child pornography charges after ‘sexting’
Teenagers don't tend to think about the consequences of their actions, and that lack of thought may come back to haunt them later on. One Virginia teen may be facing some long-term consequences after he was allegedly caught sexting in January with his 15-year-old...
Juveniles face charges in sex-abuse case
Residents of Virginia know that when a minor facing a criminal charge is convicted, he or she may be impacted in several areas of his or her life. Juvenile crime can have a huge negative affect on a teen's future finances, career and reputation in the community. Two...