Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Re: Juvenile felony

The truck could be forfeited if used during the commission of a crime. He can be prosecuted as a juvenile and there are many diversion programs with BSO if he is eligible.

Re: Juvenile felony

Nothing good...you need to get him a lawyer.

Re: Juvenile felony

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He will be prosecuted as a juvenile. Regardless of whether he was pressured by an adult or not, your son made the decision to make the purchase. He needs to accept responsibility for his actions as he will have to face the consequences. You should get your son a good criminal lawyer to represent him in this matter in order to defend against this action.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.