Juvenile offenses

When impulsive behavior leads to legal trouble, it can shake a family to its core. Behind many teen shoplifting incidents lies a complex relationship between decision-making and brain chemistry. Understanding this connection becomes crucial for helping your child and...

Stalking involves repeated and unwanted attention, harassment, or contact that causes fear or concern for safety. In teens, stalking can manifest through persistent texting, following someone or monitoring their activities online. Understanding what constitutes...

Kleptomania, an impulse control disorder, compels people to steal items they don't need. This condition can be particularly challenging when it affects minors, leading to legal complications. Understanding kleptomania and how to navigate the legal system can help you...

  As a parent of a child with developmental challenges or autism, you face unique problems in keeping them safe and treated fairly, especially in the legal system. Children on the autism spectrum or with developmental challenges often face false charges because...

Juvenile court cases can affect a young person’s future for a long time, depending on the type of charge and the outcome. In Washington state, cases in juvenile court are supposed to have a goal of help and rehabilitation, rather than solely punish. However, the...

Stalking is a significant issue that affects many individuals across different communities. It involves unwanted and repeated surveillance or contact that causes fear or distress. Understanding stalking's roots, particularly its connection to mental health, is crucial...

We have our Miranda rights for a reason. They are supposed to protect us from self-incrimination and coercion by state forces. That is why the law deems any confession or statement you made during interrogation without your rights read as inadmissible. The dangers of...

Bullying is a term we often hear, especially in school settings. Many of us have either witnessed it or experienced it firsthand. It starts with seemingly harmless teasing or exclusion but can become more sinister. Understanding how bullying can escalate to stalking...

In a progressive move to promote healthier communities, Seattle unveiled a plan to invest in youth mental health earlier this year. This initiative acknowledges the correlation between violence among juveniles, their involvement in the court system and a lack of...