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Thursday August 7, 2008
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Penalty
North Carolina
If a 14 yr old is being charged with indecent liberties between children what is the penalty? When a minor violates the laws, there is no way to know what penalties will come from it unless you are a part of the investigation or the case and you are allowed in the court room during the hearings and proceedings; or, the judge recommends the case to be heard in adult court. Juvenile cases are sealed from the public. Juveniles are not dealt with in the same manner as adults. A family court judge may work with the family, case workers, mental health professionals, medical professionals, and corrections officials for the purpose of "rehabilitation" rather than straight punishment by incarceration. It really depends on the situation, the crimes, the history, and the circumstances. |
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