New Jersey Juvenile Arrests

Parsipanny Juvenile Defense Attorneys

Arrested as juvenile Morris County NJ help best defense

Juvenile Arrests in New Jersey

Has your child been arrested in Morris County, New Jersey? Do not let juvenile charges ruin their future. A criminal record can haunt a young person for the rest of their life. If your child has been charged with a crime, he or she can benefit greatly from an experienced NJ Juvenile Justice attorney who will fight for them and ensure the best possible result. The Tormey Law Firm is an experienced criminal defense team that successfully represents clients in RoxburyMount OliveDenvilleParsippanyDoverMorristown, and throughout Morris County, New Jersey on a regular basis. Our firm’s founder, Travis J. Tormey, has defended numerous juvenile clients in criminal cases, ranging from criminal mischief and marijuana possession to sexual assault. He will use this invaluable experience as well as his long-standing relationships with local prosecutors and judges to secure the best possible outcome in your child’s juvenile case. Additionally, one of our firm’s partners, Christopher Perry was recognized as a SuperLawyer “Rising Star” in 2018 in the area of criminal defense and has successfully handled a number of juvenile criminal cases during his career.

If you need help with a juvenile case in Morris County, the juvenile defense lawyers at the Tormey Law Firm are here to help. Contact us day or night at 866-949-6948, or use our online contact form to schedule a free consultation at our offices in Morristown.

NJ Juvenile Arrests and Complaints for Delinquency

A juvenile is not technically arrested but rather is “taken into custody” for his or her own protection. A juvenile may be detained and charged with a complaint for delinquency stemming from any actions that would be violations of the law if committed by an adult. In order for a child to be taken into custody, probable cause to believe that an act of juvenile delinquency has taken place must exist. N.J.S.A. 2A:4A-23 defines “delinquency” as the commission of an act which, if committed by an adult, would constitute: (1) a crime; (2) a disorderly persons offense; or (3) a violation of any other penal statute, ordinance, or regulation. Accordingly, a child may be taken into custody when a police officer reasonably believes that the child has broken a criminal law or regulation.

A juvenile in New Jersey is anyone under the age of 18. Of course, a complaint for juvenile delinquency does not happen in every case. In certain cases, law enforcement officers may issue a warning or what is known as a “stationhouse adjustment.” This is essentially a mediation process with the juvenile, the juvenile’s parents or guardians, and the alleged victim (if any). Many times, the police officer will require the juvenile to complete community service, pay restitution for any damage caused, write a book report on a particular subject, or write an apology letter to the alleged victim. These tactics keep the charges out of the criminal justice system and are a nice way to give the juvenile a second chance without involving the prosecutor’s office or a Superior Court judge.

Once a juvenile complaint for delinquency is signed, the complaint must be screened by the Family Intake Division in the county in which the juvenile resides. This is an important distinction from adult court. In adult court, the county in which the alleged crime was committed has jurisdiction over the offense. Conversely, in juvenile court, the county in which the juvenile resides has jurisdiction. The Family Intake Division will determine if the matter should be transferred into a diversionary program, such as the juvenile conference committee, or if the matter should be scheduled for a hearing before a Superior Court judge.

You should always remember two (2) crucial points with regard to juvenile court:

  • A juvenile is anyone under 18 years of age.
  • The standard in juvenile court is “the best interests of the child.”

Contact a Morristown NJ Juvenile Lawyer Today 

The Tormey Law Firm is a group of highly regarded trial lawyers with offices in Morristown, NJ. Recently, Mr. Tormey handled a juvenile marijuana possession case in Morristown, New Jersey. At Mr. Tormey’s request, the Family Intake Division diverted the case to a probation officer, who allowed the juvenile to complete community service and held the charges in abeyance (pending) for 90 days. When Mr. Tormey’s client completed the community service and remained arrest-free during the 90-day probationary period, the charges were dismissed.

The Tormey Law Firm has handled thousands of criminal cases just like this throughout New Jersey. We will use our legal experience to guide you and your child through the juvenile justice system, en route to securing the best possible outcome. Contact our Morristown office 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 866-949-6948 for a free consultation about your juvenile case.

Client Reviews

  • Excellent Representation

  • Quite Pleased

  • Professional and Responsive

  • Wonderful and Trusted Lawyer in American

  • Restraining Order Dismissed

  • Life saver!

  • Assault charge

  • James

  • Managing Director

  • Travis J. Tormey is a NO NONSENSE type of guy that gets things Done Right with No Delays. Excellent Find.

  • Excellent Attorney, Highly Recommend!

  • No promises, just a Pro!

  • Excellent Lawyer... Helped me in every step off my Case..

  • Great work

  • Best lawyer!!

  • FRO removal success!!

  • Easy to work with, straightforward

  • Kept my license

  • Father of client

  • Excellent Attorney , Charges Dismissed as promised

  • Helped every step of the way

  • Avoid mandatory jail time on shoplifting charges

  • GREAT – HONEST- ATTORNEY -AND – VERY GOOD

  • Help

  • Did the job he was hired to do

  • Great lawyer

  • Simple assault charge was dropped

  • Top Notch Representation

  • Well worth it.

  • DUI Case Dismissed

  • 2 felony charges dismissed

  • Cameron bury

  • great attorney

  • Hands Down Professional and delivers results!!!

  • DUI case dismissed

  • 125 stars out of 10!!

  • Excellent at getting best outcome

  • Excellent Attorney

  • TRO Dismissal

  • Efficient Excellent attorney.

  • Excellent attorney

  • Travis successfully defended me in an unprecedented Final Restraining Order Trial with ease

  • Kick Ass Attorney!

  • Efficient and professional attorney

  • Great Lawyer And Great Results

  • Top Notch DUI Attorney

  • Client Domestic Violence

  • Restraining Order

  • A real pro in a time of need - DWI Dismissed.

  • The most experienced, patient and affordable attorney

  • Travis Tormey successfully had a False TRO against me dismissed.

  • Underaged Drinking

  • Underaged Drinking

  • DUI Dismissed

  • Saved me from a DUI. HIGHLY recommended

  • Restraining Order

  • Case dismissed with Data Driven Facts

  • Respectful. Attentive. Professional.

  • Trespassing and Under the Influence Disorderly Persons charges

  • If you are reading this- You have reached the right place! Undoubtedly, the BEST Law Firm in New Jersey!

  • Amazing attorney with a heart of gold

  • Exceeded my expectations, Highly Professional Attorney

  • Responsive and knowledgeable.

  • The Tormey law firm was very kind and professional

  • Expungement

  • Travis Tormey is a True Professional Who Kept Me Out of Jail

  • Saved me a whole ton of problems

  • Travis Tormey Review

  • A nightmare case, with a happy ending.

  • Elite NJ Marijuana Attorney! 5 Stars!!

  • An Excellent lawyer!

  • Great lawyer for DUI

  • I highly endorse Travis Tormey.

  • Travis Tormey Law Firm

  • Travis is a Lifesaver

  • Travis J. Tormey - Evaluation

  • Great Lawyer. Got me off exactly what I wanted

  • Consummate Professional!

  • Great Criminal Defense Lawyer

  • Good Service

  • Exceptional Lawyer

  • Exceptional Lawyer

  • Hired to defend me for aggravated assault

  • Hired to defend me in a restraning order

  • Excellent attorney, highly recommend his talents

  • DWI Counsel

  • I highly recommend Mr. Tormey

  • Great attorney

  • Travis Tormey, Esq. - Great Results!

  • Travis Tormey - Excellent Attorney-Kind and Trustworthy

  • Excellent Attorney-Trustworthy and Kind

  • An Outstanding lawyer!!! That will represent you in the correct way!

  • Excellent Attorney! You will not be dissapointed....

  • Travis Tormey Gets Results!

  • tormey

  • Success!!

  • Travis Tormey Review

  • Only Lawyer I Recommend

  • Very Grateful

  • Attorney review of Travis Tormey

  • Excellent

Video Library

Experience You Can Trust

With unmatched knowledge and experience in the practice of law, the seasoned attorneys at The Tormey Law Firm are committed to serving their clients and tenaciously confronting the allegations against them.

We will examine every facet of your case in order to defend your constitutional rights and reputation.

With a dedicated legal advocate to assist you, our attorneys will ensure that you are never forced to navigate the complex legal process on your own.

The Tormey Law Firm

Morristown Location

55 Madison Avenue, Suite 400, Morristown, NJ 07960

(908) 336-5008 Directions

Areas we serve

All of Morris County including Boonton, Boonton Township, Butler, Chatham Borough, Chatham Township, Chester Borough, Chester Township, Denville Township, Dover, East Hanover Township, Florham Park, Hanover Township, Harding Township, Jefferson Township, Kinnelon, Lincoln Park, Long Hill Township, Madison, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township, Mine Hill Township, Mount Arlington, Montville, Morris Plains, Morris Township, Morristown, Mount Olive Township, Mountain Lakes, Netcong, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Pequannock Township, Randolph, Riverdale, Rockaway Borough, Rockaway Township, Roxbury Township, Victory Gardens, Washington Township, and Wharton.

Visa-Mastercard-Amex-Discover