Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Juvenile Strikes

My husband is currently facing the 3 strikes law. His prior 2 strikes were juvenile strikes. He did not sign a plea bargain. He for some reason was not given a right to a trial by jury. If he was not treated with his constitutional rights THEN....can they still count those strikes against him NOW? Would it be useful for his lawyer to file a Romero Motion? Thank you.


Asked on 4/25/09, 3:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Joe Dane Law Office of Joe Dane

Re: Juvenile Strikes

Some, but not all felonies that qualify as adult strikes also count when they are juvenile ajudications. In juvenile court, there is no right to a jury trial.

Your husband's attorney should be looking into attacking the validity of the strikes AND a Romero motion.

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Answered on 4/25/09, 3:32 pm


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