Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

15 year old charged with petit larceny

can the childs father represent the child in family court?The father is not a lawyer but feels he can better defend his son than the court appointed assistant public defender.


Asked on 3/27/09, 9:06 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
jeffrey lazroe Jeffrey A. Lazroe attorney at law

Re: 15 year old charged with petit larceny

I agree totally with Ms. Masters.

Just to add to her answer, the court will not allow the father, who is not a lawyer, act as a lawyer to defend his son.

The child should have a lawyer of his own.

Although he will not have a criminal record, he could be locked up for his behavour.

If you would like to discuss the matter further, please feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 3/30/09, 9:56 am
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: 15 year old charged with petit larceny

You would have to ask the judge but you are making a mistake.

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Answered on 3/27/09, 9:11 am


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