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We were all kids once, and we all know how easy it is to make a careless mistake at that age. Whether it was an act influenced by peer pressure, heat-of-the-moment emotions, or simply the misjudgment of a brain that is not yet fully developed, kids make irrational decisions all the time. Unfortunately, sometimes they make them at the wrong place and at the wrong time and can find themselves facing serious criminal charges.<\/p>

In Arizona, minors who commit a criminal offense are prosecuted in the juvenile justice system<\/b>. If a child is found guilty of a crime in juvenile court, they may be sentenced to serious penalties, including probation, fines and restitution, community service, and even potentially jail time at a juvenile correctional center. These consequences can be heavy, especially for a child. Though it is certainly one way to learn a lesson, they shouldn\u2019t have to suffer such harsh penalties for a stupid mistake.\u00a0<\/p>

If your child is facing juvenile charges in Arizona<\/b>, it\u2019s crucial that you contact an experienced juvenile crimes attorney as soon as possible. At Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, our Phoenix criminal defense attorneys<\/a> are highly experienced in juvenile law as well as Arizona law as a whole. We know how to navigate these situations carefully and with your child\u2019s best interest at the forefront of our minds. For a free consultation with one of our Phoenix juvenile criminal defense attorneys<\/b>, call Bel\u00e9n Law Firm at (602 ) 806- 1163<\/a> today.<\/p>

Delinquent Act vs. Juvenile Crime<\/h2>

When children are accused of committing crimes, they are often handled much differently than adults. In many situations, the juvenile offense may be labeled as a \u201cstatus offense.\u201d This typically encompasses things like truancy, failure to heed parental orders, runaways, certain behavioral difficulties, or activities that, while not criminal in nature, are illegal when done by a child. Other times, juveniles may commit offenses that are, in fact, criminal in nature \u2014 regardless of the age of the perpetrator. These transgressions may be referred to as \u201cdelinquent acts\u201d rather than crimes.<\/p>

What is an Incorrigibility Crime?<\/h3>

As mentioned, there are certain crimes that are unique to juvenile offenders. One of them is what is called \u201cincorrigibility.\u201d As a minor child does not possess the same legal rights as an adult, they are expected to comply to orders given by legal custodians. A legal custodian may be anyone from a parent or guardian to a school teacher. Of course, this only pertains to lawful and reasonable orders.\u00a0<\/p>

A minor child who refuses to obey authority or comply with these lawful orders may be considered \u201cincorrigible.\u201d Incorrigibility is far more than just a few tantrums. Under Arizona law,\u00a0 an incorrigible juvenile is typically one who is \u201ctruant, runaway, refuses to obey a parent or guardian, violates curfew, or smokes cigarettes\u201d (ARS \u00a7 8-201<\/a>).\u00a0<\/p>

What Age is a Juvenile in AZ?<\/h2>

When a minor commits a delinquent act in the state of Arizona, they are subject to the laws of Arizona\u2019s juvenile courts. The juvenile court in Arizona has jurisdiction over minors until they reach the age of eighteen, which is the age of consent in Arizona<\/a>. That means anyone between the ages of 14-17 years of age is considered a juvenile.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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When a child faces criminal charges while they are still considered a minor, they are at the discretion of juvenile law. Arizona\u2019s juvenile laws<\/b> are similar to those in the adult judicial system, but they do vary in some ways. For example, while the adult criminal system tends to focus primarily on punitive efforts like incarceration, the juvenile system works more towards solutions that are more rehabilitative in nature.<\/p>

Title 8, Chapters 2 & 3 of the Arizona Revised Statutes<\/a> contains information regarding juvenile court proceedings as well as state laws affecting juvenile offenders. In Chapter 2, which concerns Arizona\u2019s juvenile court, you\u2019ll find articles involving:<\/p>

  1. General Provisions<\/li>
  2. General Procedure<\/li>
  3. Juvenile Hearings<\/li>
  4. Dispositions and Commitment<\/li>
  5. Family Counseling Programs<\/li>
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    Additionally, there are seven articles in this legislation that deal specifically with juvenile offenders, including:<\/p>

    1. General Procedures for Delinquency and Incorrigibility Proceedings<\/li>
    2. Delinquency and Alcohol Offense Complaints and Hearings<\/li>
    3. Disposition and Commitment<\/li>
    4. Juvenile Intensive Probation<\/li>
    5. Interstate Compact for Juveniles<\/li>
    6. Educational Rehabilitation<\/li>
    7. Victim\u2019s Rights for Juvenile Offenses<\/li><\/ol>

      Types of Juvenile Offenses<\/h2>

      Just because someone is young does not mean they won\u2019t commit crimes. It also certainly doesn\u2019t prevent them from being penalized for those crimes. Some juvenile crimes are particular to the child\u2019s age, which we noted earlier as \u201cstatus offenses.\u201d Other crimes are the same as those any adult might commit. These are known as \u201cdelinquent acts.\u201d Perhaps the most common delinquent acts that our Arizona criminal defense attorneys<\/b> see involve the following offenses:<\/p>