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Juvenile Crime

In most cases, offenders under the age of 18 are treated differently than adults. This means we essentially have two different criminal justice systems. While juveniles are typically treated less harshly than adults, in some cases, juvenile offenders can face the same penalties as adults.

Juvenile Criminal Charges in Oklahoma

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In Oklahoma, most juveniles charged with crimes are sent home under parental supervision during the course of their criminal case. In more serious cases, a juvenile may be detained in a juvenile detention center or facility until trial. These facilities operate separately from prisons and other adult facilities. For the most serious crimes a juvenile can be charged as an adult and can be subject to a lengthy prison stay in an adult facility.

Generally, juveniles face lesser penalties than adults who have been charged with similar crimes face. Most juvenile convictions carry fines, probation, and community service in place of prison time. However, some convictions carry with them a mandatory term in an Oklahoma juvenile detention center or even state prison. The consequences for these convictions are serious and can follow the juvenile for the rest of his or her life. Hiring an experienced juvenile criminal defense attorney may be your juvenile's best chance at avoiding a criminal record that could haunt them for the rest of their lives. The range of potential outcomes can vary depending on the prosecutor and the county in which a juvenile is charged.

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Juvenile Offenses in Cleveland County

Juveniles charged with a crime in Cleveland County, Oklahoma will be prosecuted by the district attorney for the 21st District. The district is based in Norman, Oklahoma and covers Cleveland, Garvin, and McClain Counties.

Juvenile Offenses in McClain County

Much like those charged in Cleveland County, juveniles facing criminal charges in McClain County will be prosecuted by the district attorney for the 21st District. Based in Norman, the district also covers Cleveland and Garvin counties.

Juvenile Offenses in Grady County

Juveniles charged with a crime in Grady County, Oklahoma will be prosecuted by the district attorney for the 6th District. The 6th District is based in the Stephens County Courthouse in Duncan Oklahoma and covers Stevens, Grady, Caddo, and Jefferson Counties.

Juvenile Offenses in Pottawatomie County

Juveniles charged with a crime in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma are prosecuted by the District 23 district attorney. The district is based in the Pottawatomie County Courthouse in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Juvenile Offenses in Canadian County

Juveniles charged with a crime in Canadian County, Oklahoma are prosecuted by the district attorney in the 4th District of Oklahoma. The 4th District is based in the Garfield County Courthouse in Enid, Oklahoma. The 4th District covers Blaine, Canadian, Garfield, Grant, and Kingfisher Counties and has an office in each county courthouse.

Juvenile Offenses in Lincoln County

Just like in Pottawatomie County, juveniles charged with a crime in Lincoln County, Oklahoma are prosecuted by the district attorney in District 23. The district is based in the Pottawatomie County Courthouse in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Juvenile Offenses in Oklahoma County / OKC

Juveniles charged with a crime in Oklahoma City or anywhere in Oklahoma County are prosecuted by the district attorney for District 7. District 7 is based in the Oklahoma County Courthouse in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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