Category: Juvenile Crime

What Happens When a Juvenile is Accused of Drug Possession in North Carolina?

Jun 2
2025

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Categories: Drug Possession | Juvenile Crime

A drug charge doesn’t have to follow your child for life. North Carolina’s juvenile system focuses on second chances, not punishment. With the right legal help, many kids avoid a permanent record.

You don’t have to face this alone. A juvenile drug crime lawyer from Schlosser & Pritchett can step in quickly, explain your child’s rights, and help guide your family through what comes next.

What Counts as Juvenile Drug Possession in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, anyone under the age of 18 is considered a juvenile. Juvenile drug possession charges can involve:[...]

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Juvenile Records in North Carolina: Expungement Options for a Fresh Start

Aug 3
2023

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Categories: Uncategorized | Criminal Record Sealing / Expungement | Juvenile Crime

Juvenile offenses can impact young people’s lives, affecting their educational opportunities, future employment prospects, and overall well-being. In North Carolina, juvenile records are not automatically expunged once a person reaches a certain age, which can be a significant concern for those seeking a fresh start. However, the state does offer expungement options for eligible individuals, providing a chance to clear their records and move forward with a clean slate. 

Understanding Juvenile Records in North Carolina

The Department of Public Safety maintains juvenile records in North Carolina and can include information about arrests, charges, [...]

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With Raise the Age Now Law in NC, Can My Kid Be Charged as an Adult?

Jan 3
2020

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Categories: Juvenile Crime | Juvenile Crimes

A new law has just gone into effect in North Carolina, known as “Raise the Age.” As of December 1st, 2019, North Carolina courts are no longer automatically trying 16- and 17-year-old offenders as adults. 

Instead, some crimes committed by older minors may remain in juvenile court instead of being elevated. Learn more here about what led to this shift in thinking, how the “Raise the Age” initiative affects other North Carolina laws, and when older minors can still be charged as an adult. 

After 100 Years, What Initiated the Shift in NC

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Juvenile Delinquency in NC: How to Keep Your Kid from “Crossing Over”

Feb 28
2019

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Categories: Juvenile Crime

Growing up is difficult, and if your child has certain risk factors, he or she may be more likely to “cross over” into delinquency.

This is a big deal, because if a child aged under 16 years old commits a criminal act, it will be defined as a delinquent act and he or she can be subject to penalties under the North Carolina juvenile justice system. At which point you’ll likely want to enlist the help of an experienced NC juvenile crimes lawyer.

Delinquent acts can be disruptions of public order or crimes [...]

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Common Halloween Activities That Could Get Your NC Teen Arrested

Oct 11
2018

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Categories: Halloween | Juvenile Crime | Juvenile Crimes

Halloween pranks and partying can be harmless fun. However, if your teen gets involved in the wrong kind of “fun,” he or she could be arrested. North Carolina law enforcement officials will be on the lookout this Halloween for criminal misbehavior, so it’s important to make sure your teen knows what’s okay and what isn’t.

In this post, we’re going to cover the most common pranks and activities that get North Carolina teens in trouble on Halloween, and what you can do to fight back if your teen gets arrested.

Vandalism

When a [...]

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