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Your Child is in Trouble with the Law?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Oct 15, 2026 | 0 Comments

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Take a Breath. We're Here to Help. πŸ’™

Your teen has been detained, cited, or accused of something. 😟 One mistake shouldn't define a young person's future, and the juvenile system is different from the adult system. βš–οΈ

Common juvenile issues include:

🚫 Underage drinking or possession
🚫 Vaping or drug possession
🚫 Theft or shoplifting
🚫 Fighting or assault allegations
🚫 Traffic tickets and driving violations
🚫 Truancy and school-related offenses

If your child is questioned or detained:

βœ… Stay calm and stay close
βœ… Your child has the right to remain silent. Encourage them to use it
βœ… Don't let them answer questions or sign anything without an attorney
βœ… Call a lawyer as soon as possible

A juvenile record can affect school, scholarships, jobs, and even military service. πŸŽ“ The good news: there may be options like diversion programs, deferred adjudication, and sealing or record-clearing down the road. 🌟

Our team treats every young client with respect and fights to protect their future. πŸ›‘οΈ

πŸ“ž Need guidance? Call us today for a free, confidential consultation.

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Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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