Juvenile Law

Maryland Juvenile Defense Attorney

All children make mistakes. Some are severe, but many others fall into the category of youthful indiscretion. In the latter case, a child's life should not be adversely affected forever by the legal system. The juvenile court system recognizes this fact when dealing with people under the age of 18.

Juvenile law refers to any type of criminal charge that an adult can face, but instead involves a minor. At the Palumbo Law Group, our juvenile defense attorneys represent juveniles against both minor and serious criminal charges. Retried District Court Judge Richard Palumbo established our firm, located in Prince George's County, Maryland, 35 years ago. We continue his experienced local legal practice and its sustained and caring commitment to our clients. To discuss your legal matter and concerns, contact us for a free initial consultation.

With juvenile defense attorneys who have 25 years of combined experience as a criminal defense attorney and a former Assistant State's Attorney for Prince George's County, we defend people charged with:

• Under age drinking/underage consumption
• Possession of a fake ID
• Drug possession
• DWI/DUI
• Disorderly conduct
• Bar and nightclub fights
• Assault and battery

While often eligible to receive an adult sentence, most juveniles avoid this fate. The juvenile court system focuses more on rehabilitating a minor by requiring him or her to perform community service, perhaps attend treatment, and sometimes be committed to a juvenile facility.

Even though a juvenile record does not carry over to an adult criminal record, it is important to hire a juvenile defense lawyer to defend against a juvenile charge. To speak with a lawyer, contact us at the Palumbo Law Group for a free initial consultation. Our firm defends people throughout Maryland, including clients in Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, Fort Washington, Riverdale, Oxon Hill, Suitland, College Park, and all of Southern Maryland.