High School and College Cases in Columbus, OH

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer for Young Clients in Alcohol and Drug Cases

From underage drinking and possession of alcohol to drug possession and DUI, there are a variety of factors that have been determined to affect young people and crime, including the youthful desire to experiment. Parents need to be reminded that the normal adolescent development includes rebellion, experimentation, and rejection of parental values. Just as toddlers exhibit an awkward gait while learning to walk, teens will clumsily try to become an adult on their own terms. Typically, we see this start around freshman year of high school and really take a life of its own in the junior and senior years of high school.

It should also be noted that kids with ADD/ADHD, depression, and learning differences are at an increased risk of being charged with a crime. This is attributable to lack of impulse control or mood management with alcohol and other drugs. Teens who take Ritalin, Adderall, or some of the other stimulants to battle ADD/ADHD while stop taking it because they do not like how it makes them feel. Many parents have mixed feelings about medicating their kids to begin with. As a result, teens who stop taking their prescriptions jump to alcohol, marijuana, and other drugs to feel "happy" or "normal".

Unfortunately, in many cases, what was probably a one-time incident or lapse in judgment becomes a criminal case. It is important that the punishment is commensurate with the crime, and in many cases the lesson is learned by the time the arrest and booking procedure is completed. In cases of juvenile arrests or the arrest of college students for a drug crime or mischievous act, it is necessary to contact a Columbus criminal defense lawyer to assist with the case and fight for alternative sentencing.

Criminal Defense Attorney for High School and College Cases

The legal team at Koffel Law Firmis strongly interested in assisting young people in their criminal charges and fighting for alternative sentencing, or presenting a defense of the case. There are many interesting facts and situations that are involved with young people and the law, including the following:

ADD/ ADHD & Teen Use

For young adults with ADD or ADHD, medications may be given by a physician or pediatrician to help with their hyperactive behavior. When these young adults are taken off medications, they often turn to drugs or alcohol to get the same feeling they once had on medication. Click here to learn more about crimes relating to ADD / ADHD & teen use.

Affluence & Teen Use

Over the years, the availability of drugs and alcohol, especially in affluent communities, has been considered to be "chronic." Even for a first time underage drug or alcohol offender, the consequences and effects are indeed long lasting. Click here if you would like to find more information about affluence & teen use.

Alcohol & Teens

These days, alcohol is readily available for teens all throughout the state of Ohio. While strict laws regulate the legal drinking age, many underage teenagers choose to consume alcohol or drugs for a variety of reasons, all of which have serious consequences. Click here to read more about alcohol & teens.

Cocaine & Teens

As a growing problem in the community, addiction to cocaine and other drugs has already been known to take many innocent lives. A child or teenager who is in possession of cocaine or is known to be a distributor of cocaine faces serious charges if under investigation by a local or federal agency. Click here to read more about cocaine & teens.

Heroin and Teens

Today, many different versions of heroin have surfaced as a serious problem to our society. With a high abuse rate, those who even try heroin for the first time not only put their health and life at risk, but also put their freedom and future on the line as well. Click here to read more about the use of heroin and teens.

Marijuana & Teens

As a very controversial topic today, the use of marijuana for any purpose is strictly banned by the federal government, making it a serious offense for any person to use, sell, give away or traffic marijuana. Used by many teens in Ohio, law enforcement cracks down on any person they believe to be in offense of a drug law. Click here to read more about marijuana & teens.

Turbulent Teens: Advice for Parents

If your teen seems to be spiraling out of control and continuously uses drugs or alcohol, now is the time to seek professional help. The team at Koffel Law Firm provides parents with valuable information and advice as to how you can help your child regain control of their life. Click here to learn more about turbulent teens: advice for parents.

Underage Possession of Alcohol

Any person under the age of 21 is not allowed to drink alcohol - it's the law. Unfortunately, many teens repeatedly violate this law without repercussions most of the time. If your underage child has been arrested or is in trouble for the unlawful possession of alcohol, immediately seek legal representation. Click here to read more about the underage possession of alcohol.

Contemporary Legal Issues, Thoughts and Opinion on Teens & Young Adults

Read Mr. Koffel's blog on issues effecting families, teens and young adults in America today. Stories ranging from drug use and alcohol abuse to materialism and consumerism.

Contact a Columbus Criminal Lawyer

If your son or daughter has become involved with the law, it is crucial that they get the legal counsel that can help them from a juvenile defense lawyer, and with the assistance of the parents, guide them through the legal process and hopefully avoid a criminal record. Each case has specific circumstances and details, and must be fully analyzed by the attorney in order to provide you with the strategy that will be used to protect your child.

With guidance and legal counsel from Koffel Law Firm, every effort will be made to help the young person avoid the same mistake in the future, and to assist in seeking alternative sentencing in some cases, plea bargains in others, and in any possible case, a dismissal of the charges, based on the circumstances of the case. You can rest assured that the attorney cares and will make the case a priority.

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