Few things are more stressful than learning your child has been charged with a crime. At Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., we provide the guidance and defense your family needs to navigate the legal system and protect your child’s future.

Protect Your Child from Juvenile Charges in Longmont

Even if it seems insignificant, a criminal record can limit your child’s opportunities well into the future. Every decision you make after an arrest will impact the outcome of your child’s case and well-being.

With offices throughout the Front Range, Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C. delivers experienced juvenile criminal defense services in Longmont and beyond.

From the moment you hire our team, we’ll protect your child’s rights and pursue every opportunity for case dismissals or reduced charges.

Exploring Juvenile Delinquency & Adjudicated Delinquency

Following the state of Colorado, Longmont has a separate legal system for youths who break the law before 18 years of age. Within this realm, there are different terminologies used to describe child crimes versus those of adults.

• Juvenile Delinquency: When someone under the age of 18 allegedly breaks the law in Longmont.
• Adjudicated Delinquency: When a minor is found responsible for committing a crime by a Longmont judge.

As can be seen, juvenile delinquency is a broader term used to describe a variety of crimes committed by minors, while adjudicated delinquent refers strictly to the outcome of a juvenile court case.

Why It’s Important to Work with a Local Attorney for Longmont Juvenile Cases

With over three decades of experience, Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C. has extensive knowledge of the Longmont legal system. We know exactly what it takes to win juvenile cases in Boulder County. When you hire us, you can count on:

• Knowledge of local courts and judges
• Access to Longmont diversion programs
• Understanding of community resources
• Faster response times
• Courtroom credibility
• Relationships with prosecutors & probation officers

Above all, we’ll fight to minimize the impact of these charges and give your child the best chance to move forward.

What’s the Difference Between the Juvenile & Adult Court Systems in Longmont?

In Longmont, as in most places, the juvenile court system has a different aim than that of the adult court system.

Juvenile courts are designed to rehabilitate young people and protect their future, while adult courts place more emphasis on punishment. That distinction shapes everything from sentencing to available programs for minors.

If your child must attend a court hearing in Longmont, it will most likely be held at:

Longmont Courthouse
1035 Kimbark St.
Longmont, CO 80501

Can My Child Avoid a Criminal Record in Longmont?

Since Longmont courts seek to rehabilitate troubled youths, there are several options for your child to avoid a criminal record. This is particularly true if it is their first alleged offense. Juvenile diversion is one of the most effective tools for avoiding a permanent criminal record in Boulder County.

What Is Juvenile Diversion?

Juvenile diversion is an alternative to traditional prosecution. Its goal is to reduce future involvement in the justice system via individual programs that address personal, family, victim, and community needs. Participants complete skill-building programs tailored to their risk level; program lengths vary based on each child’s needs.

Examples of diversion programs in Longmont include:

• Community service
• Counseling & mental health services
• Paying restitution to victims
• Substance abuse classes
• Letters of apology & reflective essays

Whatever form it takes, the goal of a juvenile diversion program is always to provide your child with support and guidance, not punishment.

Who Qualifies for Diversion?

While every juvenile case is unique, some key factors generally dictate whether a juvenile is eligible for a diversion program in Boulder County:

• Whether this is the juvenile’s first offense
• The severity of the alleged crime
• The child’s willingness to comply

Diversion is more likely to be offered in cases involving non-violent misdemeanors and low-level offenses like theft, vandalism, and underage drinking.

Hire Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C. to Protect Your Child's Future

At Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., we know that your child’s future is too important to leave to chance. No matter how severe the alleged offense, our attorneys will act decisively to protect their rights, reduce penalties, and seek alternatives to conviction.

Our team is standing by to provide answers and peace of mind when you need it most.