Does a Juvenile Have a Right to Bail?

While adult offenders have the right to be released on bail, the rights of juvenile offenders vary in certain cases. Juvenile offenders in Michigan do not have the right to seek bail, however many minors are released to their parents or legal guardians while waiting for a court date. Grabel & Associates can advise you throughout every stage of your case, and help you and your juvenile child understand what needs to be done to protect against life-changing penalties.

Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyers in Lansing, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Throughout Michigan

Our experienced juvenile criminal defense lawyers understand how juvenile rights differ from adult rights, and we have extensive experience fighting for the rights of clients in family court and trial court statewide. Our team cares about your results and future, and we are dedicated to doing everything we can to protect you from serious punishment.

Post Bail After Criminal Charge in Michigan

Bail is a term for money that is paid to the court either by a defendant or on his or her behalf as a security that if released, he or she will return for set court dates. If the defendant does not appear at their court dates, bail funds will be forfeited. In juvenile cases, minors who are accused of a crime are usually entrusted to their parents or legal guardians, who are responsible to ensure they appear in court. Juveniles don’t have the right to post bail, and are subject to the court’s discretion in the early stages of a case.

Juvenile Rights in Michigan Criminal Cases

There are some rights that are the same in adult and juvenile cases. Police always need probable cause to stop and search a person, and anything found without reasonable suspicion of wrongdoing may not be admissible in court. Juveniles have the right to a phone call if they are taken into custody, which should be used to contact an attorney or a parent who can call a defense lawyer. Juvenile offenders also have the right to know what they have been charged with, and the right to have an attorney present.

Juveniles, like adults, have the right to not incriminate themselves, and if the case goes to trial, they can cross examine and call witnesses. Though juvenile court differs from adult court and juvenile offenders do not have the right to a jury trial, charges still must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

Contact Grabel & Associates in order to determine that your rights are protected and utilized to the fullest extent. Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience needed to assist you throughout every stage of your case, and we are committed to helping any juvenile offender fight back against aggressive police and prosecutors.

Our Approach to Juvenile Delinquency Actions

The attorneys at Grabel & Associates will walk you through each step of the criminal justice process, starting by investigating every aspect of your case. After reviewing the details of your case and the actions leading up to your arrest and charges, we will look for key mistakes in the prosecution’s case that could be challenged. Our attorneys will make sure you understand your rights and what you need to say and do throughout your case so that police and prosecutors do not gather incriminating evidence against you.

Our attorneys know how to defend you in juvenile or adult court in any of Michigan’s 83 counties, and our experience in criminal cases will be invaluable throughout the justice process. Don’t hesitate to contact an attorney, as the initial stages of your case could be critical later on. Knowing what your rights are and how to use them to your advantage is vital to achieving a beneficial case outcome.

Contact Scott Grabel Michigan Juvenile Defense Lawyer

Our firm is always available to take your case no matter what charge you face. If you are under the age of 18 and facing criminal accusations, or if your juvenile child has been accused of a crime in Michigan, our team is available 24/7 to provide you with a free initial case consultation. Call 1-800-342-7896 now to speak with an experienced analyst, or contact our firm online. Ask to speak with founding attorney Scott Grabel, who can personally advise you throughout your case. We are always ready to help juvenile clients in their legal battles, and are committed to seeing you obtain the case results that work best for you.