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Experienced Defense against Juvenile Offenses
When your child is charged with a crime, it is natural to want to shield them from harsh punishment and a criminal record. The Law Office of Philip R. Nathe is dedicated to protecting the rights of minors who are arrested for any criminal offense.
Based in Naperville, Illinois, we represent juveniles in DuPage County and surrounding counties of the Chicago area, including Cook, Kane, Will and Kendall. Philip Nathe is a former probation officer and county prosecutor. Since 1990, he has defended individuals as a private criminal defense lawyer.
Effective Representation for Juvenile Crimes
Mr. Nathe is extensively experienced in Illinois juvenile law and he is known and respected by prosecutors and judges in DuPage County and nearby jurisdictions. He has handled every type of juvenile crime, including:
- Drug possession or drug dealing (marijuana, cocaine, meth, Ecstacy)
- DUI or traffic violation
- Underage consumption of alcohol (or possession)
- Shoplifting, theft or burglary
- Criminal damage to property
- Auto theft
- Assault / battery
- Probation violations
- Weapons charges
- Sexual offenses
- Act of delinquency / running away from home
- Truancy / staying out after curfew
Minimizing the Impact
Juvenile courts (children less than 17 years of age) have substantial discretion in sentencing youthful offenders. However, your child could be subjected to severe punishment even on a first offense without solid legal representation. In many cases, Mr. Nathe can successfully argue for court supervision. Under supervision, the juvenile offense will not go on the child's record as long as he or she stays out of legal trouble and adheres to any provisions such as drug or alcohol treatment.
If supervision is not granted or not allowed because of the nature of the crime, adjudication can include:
- Probation
- Up to 30 days in juvenile detention
- Commitment to the Department of Corrections for an indefinite period
Philip Nathe investigates the facts of each juvenile case and skillfully presents it to the court to obtain the best possible outcome with the least impact on the child's future. Contact a DuPage County juvenile offense attorney with the experience and knowledge to defend your child's rights. We offer a free consultation, and Mr. Nathe personally handles every aspect of the case himself.
Based in Naperville, Illinois, the Law Office of Phillip R. Nathe represents clients throughout DuPage County, Cook County, Will County, Kane County and Kendall County, including the communities of Aurora, Elmhurst, Wheaton, Lisle, Woodridge, Addison, Villa Park and Downers Grove.
