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Youth Offenses

Edmonton, Alberta Youth Offender Criminal Defence Lawyer

If a juvenile is convicted of a crime, the negative effects could follow them well into their future by limiting their opportunities to receive a driver’s license, attend certain educational institutions, compete for adequate employment and generally live out their full potential. That is why it is so important to have an expert youth offender criminal defense team on your side. At the The Law Office of McGlashan & Mackinnon, we understand the consequences that a simple juvenile mistake can have on the future of a young person. We know that you want the juvenile offender to be able to learn their lessons without having a criminal record that costs them the future that they deserve.

Legal Young Offender Treatment that is Protective and Aggressive

Because we know what is at stake for the future of your child, the juvenile offender defense team at the The Law Office of McGlashan & Mackinnon prides itself on protecting children in cases of arrests in the following areas:

  • Robbery
  • Rape & Sexual Assault
  • Gang related juvenile offenses
  • Gun and Weapons offenses
  • Aggravated assault
  • Murder
  • Drug Crimes(sales, possession, trafficking)
  • Defacing public and private property/Vandalism
  • Underage Drinking
  • Shoplifting
  • Theft/Auto Theft
  • Uttering Threats

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Time is of the essence in resolving your youth offender matter

Having a lawyer to represent your child as early as possible in the juvenile detention hearing process could mean the difference between seeing your son or daughter in your home or a detention center. We recommend that you contact the juvenile crimes defence team at the The Law Office of McGlashan & Mackinnon immediately if your child or a child you know has been arrested and accused of a crime.

You need a criminal defence team that understands that there are many significant differences between the juvenile criminal justice system and the adult criminal justice system. You want a lawyer who has appeared in front of juvenile court judges, developed a reputation among juvenile court prosecutors and who understands how to pursue alternatives to incarceration, fines and other penalties.

Often, when the criminal defence team argues properly and the juvenile admits guilt, the court and prosecutors will settle the charges if the juvenile offender agrees to meet certain requirements. Whether the child is accused of being a juvenile sex offender, young sex offender or has been charged with assault with a weapon, completing some of the following may help get their sentence reduced or dismissed:

  • Counseling Programs- to treat drug dependency or emotional issues
  • School Performance- a performance plan requiring the child to attend school regularly and meet certain grade requirements
  • Community Service- the juvenile is required to spend a predetermined amount of hours working in his or her community
  • Restitution- the child or child’s family is required to reimburse the victim for the damage that he or she caused

Contact a lawyer who has your child’s future and best interest in mind

If a juvenile is convicted of a crime, the negative effects could follow them well into their future by limiting their opportunities to receive a driver’s license, attend certain educational institutions, compete for adequate employment and generally live out their full potential. That is why it is so important to have an expert youth offender criminal defence team on your side. Contact the juvenile crimes defence team at The The Law Office of McGlashan & Mackinnon and protect your child’s future.


Serving Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, Leduc, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Sherwood Park, Beaumont, Bon Accord, Bruderheim, Calmar, Devon, Gibbons, Legal, Morinville, Redwater, Stony Plain And Strathcona County, Leduc County, Parkland County And Sturgeon County,