Boston High School Crimes Defense Lawyer

Times have changed over the years in terms of how high schools handle disciplinary problems. Years ago, many school disciplinary issues were handled within the school system. If a fight, violence or theft occurred at school, disciplinary hearings would generally be held at school. A student would be suspended or expelled. That is, of course, still the case today, but there is an added element most of the time now. Police are more and more involved within school districts and disciplinary actions. There is now a closer partnership between law enforcement and school systems.

Contact Boston high school crimes defense attorney David Yannetti. Schedule a free initial phone consultation today.

In some high schools, police officers are assigned to stay at the school during the week. Even in situations where a police officer is not on duty within the school, however, school administrators can still divulge information to law enforcement. As a result, there have been more and more prosecutions and arrests of high school students in recent years. When the police become involved, there is more at risk than just being held back a grade, suspended or expelled from school. Having a juvenile criminal record is now a possible and dangerous consequence. If you are facing juvenile criminal charges or you are a parent of a high school student facing criminal charges, there is a lot at stake. Your child's future could be in jeopardy. College scholarships and future job opportunities may be severely impacted with just one conviction.

You should obviously hire a lawyer who has had success helping Massachusetts high school students and their families. Boston high school crimes defense attorney David Yannetti has more than 22 years of criminal law experience. He is a renowned Massachusetts criminal defense attorney with a proven track record and extensive experience. He is particularly sensitive and knowledgeable about the issues faced by high students who are charged or being investigated for crimes.

Massachusetts Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyer

Attorney David Yannetti has successfully defended high school students in juvenile court, district court and in serious cases, superior court. He has a large amount of experience in defending students in all three venues.

Juvenile court is for children under 17 years of age. Adult district court is for children 17 years and older, as the age of majority in Massachusetts is 17.

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Free Phone Consultation: Contact Massachusetts student criminal defense lawyer David Yannetti.