Teen incarceration can be a complex subject. On one hand, there are those who believe that it is a deterrent to crime. Teens who know they could serve jail time are less likely to break the law. Those who have been incarcerated, therefore, should be even more likely...
Juvenile Crimes
First 24 hours after your teen’s Massachusetts car accident
Hearing the news that your teenager has been involved in a serious vehicular accident is every parent's nightmare. When the case involves fatalities, it becomes almost unbearable. Those first 24 hours are crucial for protecting your child's rights and future....
Exploring juvenile rehabilitation programs in Massachusetts
Juvenile rehabilitation programs aim to guide young offenders toward a better path by addressing the root causes of their behavior. Massachusetts offers a variety of programs focused on helping juveniles make positive changes. These programs emphasize education,...
Youth violence: What parents must know
Youth violence can shatter dreams and futures, leaving families feeling lost and overwhelmed. As parents, the distress of seeing your child entangled in the juvenile justice system can be heart-wrenching. In this blog, we'll explore the harsh realities and dangerous...
How can peer pressure contribute to juvenile crimes?
As a parent, it can be terrifying to get a call from the police station informing you that authorities arrested your child. The questions swirl in your mind: What happened? How did this happen? And, most pressing of all, how can I keep my child safe from the...
Can a teenager get their license back after a DUI?
License suspension or revocation is a common consequence of a DUI conviction. This penalty can negatively impact your teenager’s independence and your family's routines. Fortunately, most teenagers in Massachusetts can regain their driving licenses and privileges...
3 common juvenile crimes that could taint your teen’s future
As a parent, you want your children to have the best chance at success and fulfillment in life. Unfortunately, there are certain actions they may take during their teenage years that could significantly jeopardize their future prospects. In Massachusetts, juvenile...
State lawmakers consider raising the age for juvenile offenders
Juveniles who commit criminal offenses typically don’t face the same types of courts and incarceration as adult offenders. It’s recognized that their brains aren’t yet fully developed, and they can easily be persuaded to do something illegal by adults and peers. There...
Peer pressure can cause teens to break the law
When teenagers break the law, parents are sometimes surprised and confused. Something like this has never happened before. Their teenager never gave any indication of wanting to break the law or being involved in these types of activities. It all feels very unnatural,...
2 youths arrested and accused of theft, vandalism
There may be a variety of reasons why youths might engage in unhealthy behaviors and most youths might not fully grasp how the decisions they make could affect their futures. When the actions of youths lead to legal concerns, parents might be left in search of advice...
