Legal Issues Involving Juveniles Throughout Franklin
Legal matters involving children and teenagers can be especially sensitive, so you want to be sure that you have the right attorneys on your side. At the Law Office of Nichole Dusche, Nichole has extensive experience in juvenile law, from civil issues like custody and adoption to infractions like underage drinking or drug use. Whatever you are facing, she will treat you with compassion and respect.
For more than a decade, she has served people in the Franklin, Tennessee, area, including Williamson, Maury and Hickman counties. She would be honored to serve you, too.
Strong Defense for Juvenile Offenses
No parent wants their child to be involved in the juvenile justice system. Unfortunately, some children get caught up in situations that can lead to serious criminal charges. When this happens, parents can help their kids by seeking the guidance of an experienced juvenile defense lawyer.
Nichole can help navigate a variety of scenarios, including:
- Juveniles accused of controlled substance use
- Suspected shoplifting
- DUI, joyriding or motor vehicle incidents
- Underage drinking
- Assault and other altercations
As a parent, you might be worried about the impact a criminal charge will have on your child and their future. Nichole understands the delicate nature of these cases and works diligently to create a strong defense and fight on your child’s behalf. She will guide you through the process surrounding juvenile court, up to and including record expungement in appropriate cases.
Understanding Juvenile Delinquency
In Tennessee, if a juvenile is found to be delinquent (or “guilty”) of a serious crime, they may be placed under the supervision of a Department of Children’s Services probation officer. Depending on the severity of their crime, juveniles may be placed in a juvenile detention facility or a community-based facility.
Minors facing these types of serious crimes generally need help, not punishment. Nichole understands how terrifying and stressful this situation can be for you and your child. She takes great care to build a strong case that can minimize the impact a conviction can have on your child and negotiate a more favorable outcome that can avoid conviction entirely. She will also oppose any motions to try your child as an adult. As a skilled litigator, she’s not afraid to stand up in court to defend your child during this process.
Rights: Parents And Grandparents
Nichole deals with many civil issues that directly involve minors, which include:
- Adoption: Nichole will walk you through the entire process.
- Grandparent custody: In situations where both parents are deemed unfit by a court, grandparents can file a petition for legal custody of their grandchildren.
- Filing dependent and neglect petitions: Nichole helps nonparents file these petitions with the juvenile court when seeking custody.
- Termination of parental rights: In severe cases of neglect or abuse, parents can have their custody rights terminated.
- Child support: Nichole can establish paternity and help you collect delinquent child support payments.
Get Help With Your Children Or Grandchildren
Nichole understands the challenges inherent in juvenile law, and she is ready to help. If you would like to discuss a concern you have, please reach out. Nichole is available through email or by phone: 615-861-1191. Located in Franklin, which is very convenient to I-65, she serves the communities surrounding Nashville.