Unfortunately he has to be charged as an adult. Juvenile court only has jurisdiction for new actions for children that are under the age of 17.

Can I leave my house at age 17 without parents ?

Wait until you're 18. Unless your parents are going to consent to emancipation.

Can I get a felony charge dismissed ?

It's possible that the case may be dismissed. It's possible that you may be placed on first offender probation. It's also possible that you may be...

If someone who is 11 stole my phone for over a week will they go to jail ?

Jail is not going to happen. At worst a child would be placed on probation/supervision. That's assuming the child admits to it. Find my iPhone...

How long would I stay in jail for a Bence warrant?

It's not a guarantee that you will go to jail. It's possible that the bench warrant could be vacated. The judge is going to want to know why was...

Do I need to get an Attorney?

I would. I agree with my colleagues. You should NEVER speak to an officer. No statements. No anything. No "We just want to hear your side of the...

What penalties am i looking at for indecent exposure?

If you're a juvenile then you're headed to Juvenile Court. You could be placed in a diversion program or maybe probation. If you're not a juvenile...

I wanted to know what could I do at this point since my child had been sentenced and they DJJ just extended it another year

These facts are a little clearer than on your other post. The order needs to be reviewed by an attorney. DJJ has an ungodly amount of latitude when...

DJJ has an "Early Release" program that he may be eligible for. He would need to have done well during his restrictive custody. You need an...

Does the guy that signed my son's birth certificate have a say so about me givin my mother custody ?

When it comes to custody you should always get an attorney involved. Generally speaking, an unwed father has no legal rights to a child until the...