At Walsh & Lewis PLLC, we understand that it can be extremely difficult to learn that your child has been arrested. Fear and uncertainty does not even begin to cover the spectrum of emotion you can feel. Though it is known that youths often act out, whether in rebellion or otherwise, getting caught up in a run in with the law due to illegal behavior can be something that could be life-changing for a child. If your child has been arrested, or if your child’s future is in danger due to a juvenile crime, you must speak with an experienced defense lawyer immediately.
We Are a Law Firm Devoted to Protecting
The Future of Your Child
When your child’s rights are hanging in the balance, our juvenile defense firm is prepared to fight to defend their rights.
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Proudly Defending Minors in the Area
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Sean Walsh
Founding Criminal Defense Attorney
Attorney Sean Walsh possess more than a decade of criminal defense and legal experience. In 2010, he founded the Walsh & Lewis PLLC where he defends clients against criminal accusations ranging from petty theft to felony offense. Attorney Walsh also is one of only a select few private practice attorneys qualified by the Idaho Supreme Court to accept appointments in death penalty defense cases.
In 2011, the Federal Courts appointed Sean to the Criminal Justice Act Panel of the U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho. In 2015, the Idaho Supreme Court placed Sean on the Idaho Capital Defense Counsel Roster. Sean has served on the Board of Directors for the Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and is a currently a lifetime member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
A REPUTATION BUILT ON POSITIVE EXPERIENCES
Our Mission is Your Success
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“Sean was a great lawyer for me! He not only used his knowledge of law but he articulated it in a way that was perfect! If i could afford to have a lawyer on retainer it would be him! Thank you Sean!”
Anthony
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“Alexandria took my case and fought for my children and myself to finally be able to move on after several years. She was caring, honest, always followed up, very professional, and extremely knowledgeable. Family law can be very difficult to navigate throug”
Rachael
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“When I first met Alexandria Lewis regarding my custody case, I was not very reluctant to go after meeting with 2 other attorneys in town for a consultation. I had pretty much given up hope in my fight, but my husband pushed me to get one last consult and I”
Tabetha
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“Sean Walsh made it possible for my daughter and I to escape a bad and dysfunctional relationship where I was first looked upon as the offender, when in fact Sean knew I was manipulated and found out the innocents of my case, where truly I was the victim. H”
Anonymous
WHY TURN TO WALSH LAW GROUP PLLC?
INNOVATION. INTEGRITY. INITIATIVE. IMPACT.
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Criminal Defense Backed by Decades of Experience
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Personalized, Dedicated Representation
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Full-Service Criminal Defense. We Can Handle Any Case
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Accessibility to Your Attorney. We're Here at Every Step
Juvenile Criminal Penalties
Most juvenile courts have a wide range of sentencing options, which are used primarily to punish juveniles who have been found “delinquent,” or guilty of violating a criminal law. This includes things like incarceration and non-incarceration options.
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House arrest
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Electronic monitoring
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Sentence in a juvenile detention facility
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Probation or community service
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Extensive fines
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In some cases, sentence to adult jail
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The Juvenile
Justice SystemThe juvenile system has differences from adult criminal court. We can explain how the system handles young offenders so you know what to expect.
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Your Child’s
RightsYour child has rights that must be protected. Just like adults, minors have the right to remain silent & to have access to the best possible counsel.
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Your Child’s
FutureJuvenile charges do not mean they are somehow less severe. Your child deserves to live a life without the obstacles associated with a criminal record.
Juvenile Defense FAQs
Your Questions, Answered
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Questions
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My child was arrested. Will he/she be put in jail?
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Because juvenile cases are handled differently, penalties typically will not involve jail. A juvenile may be faced with more serious penalties if the case is handled in adult court.
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What types of violations trigger a juvenile arrest?
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Each state recognizes different types of violations as a juvenile offense. These can include things like curfew, truancy, liquor-related offenses, drug-related offenses, theft, and more.
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What age is considered to be juvenile?
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Every state has different eligibility criterion, but most states recognize the maximum age for juvenile court as 18. Others can recognize 16 or 17 years, or as old as 19 years.
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What is the difference between juvenile and criminal court?
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The juvenile system is much different than an adult criminal court, and therefore, the procedures are very different as well. Speak with an attorney to learn what to expect in your case.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Plea Agreement
If a case remains in juvenile court, the minor can enter a plea agreement. This is usually based on the condition that the juvenile attend counseling or other alternatives.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Judge Diversion
If a judge chooses to divert a case, the minor will need to complete a court-approved program. Failure to do so could force the court to reinstate the charges.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Adjudicatory Hearings
Also known as a juvenile trial, a judge will determine if the juvenile is delinquent (has violated criminal law). A judge will determine the penalties if the juvenile is ruled delinquent.
We Hear Your Concerns. You Aren’t Alone.
Let Us Help You Understand What to Expect
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Can you help?
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They just made a mistake