If your son or daughter has been charged with a juvenile crime it is completely normal to feel upset, confused, maybe even embarrassed. Juvenile crime often affects the entire family and we are here to walk you through every step of the juvenile justice process.  Our staff is experienced in providing representation for minors who are facing criminal charges in the juvenile system. If this is your first experience with the Texas Youth Commission it can be upsetting and scary for both you and your child.

     Attorney Andrew Peveto provides knowledgeable, skillful representation for minors who are facing criminal charges in the juvenile system. We handle cases involving children charged with crimes such as:

• Underage alcohol consumption (minor in possession MIP, minor in consumption MIC, fake ID)
• DWI / Public Intoxication
• Theft / Auto theft
• Criminal mischief
• Assault
• Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle
• Skipping school / truancy
• Running away from home
• Trespassing
• Drug use
• Arson
• Shoplifting / Retail theft
• Gang-related activities

     A conviction for a juvenile crime will not go away when your child reaches a certain age. In fact, any conviction (including a plea bargain) will remain on their permanent record and may be used as a basis for repeat offender status in the event of a future conviction. We are committed to being responsive to your family's needs and honestly care about helping your child get the best possible outcome.

     We urge every parent to act to seal the juvenile record, even if the charge was only a misdemeanor, as a criminal conviction may affect your child's ability to get a job, join the military or get into a good school.

     Are you looking to have criminal charges on your record cleared or "expunged"? A negative mark on your criminal record can affect your future employment options, educational opportunities, and greatly impact your way of life. There are really only two ways to remove a criminal charge from your record: (1) win your case at trial, or (2) expunge the offense from your record if eligible.

     Texas law allows certain criminal records to be expunged - wiped clean as if the conviction never happened - and others are eligible for a certificate of non-disclosure – which will keep your record from public view. We will do everything possible to help you clear your criminal record through expunction or legal record sealing options like non-disclosure. Once we assess your situation we will give you an honest assessment of whether we think you will have success. We know that you wish you hadn't made the mistake you made. But you did, and we are ready to help you try to clear your future.

Peveto Law also handles expunctions, record sealing, driver's licenses, probation violations, early release from probation, and pre-suit negotiations with police.

 

 

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