What are some of the problems that someone faces for being convicted?
A juvenile faces a lifetime of problems if they are convicted of a criminal offense. Their criminal record may be tainted for life, they may face jail time or detention facility time for life, they may face being tried as an adult, they can face thousands of dollars in fines and court fees, be made to attend courses, be on probation for years, have to be drug tested for years and do public service. In addition, the stigma of being convicted of a crime when a person is a juvenile is such that many face an uphill battle for the rest of their lives simply going to school, getting a job, applying for a loan or other commonly performed activities. In addition, the family or guardians of the juvenile in question face their own problems including having to pay fines and undergo probation hearings and meetings and more. The family may also face civil charges from their victims seeking monetary damages that may include things like pain and suffering, loss of work and more.
