A Comprehensive Approach to Handling Juvenile Crime Charges

Attorney Richard Gaudreau offers sound legal advice and dedicated, aggressive defense for children and youth clients charged with a full range of crimes, including:

• Juvenile drug charges from misdemeanor possession to felony drug dealing
• Underage drinking and juvenile alcohol possession
• Juvenile assault and other violent crimes
• Theft, shoplifting and vandalism
• Cyber crimes

Attorney Gaudreau will fight to win his juvenile clients the second chance they need.

We recognize the pressure many youths and families are under today. We understands the intricacies of the family dynamic and can be a source of both legal and personal advice for the entire family. Many times, the family of a child charged with a juvenile crime has little experience with the legal system. During your meetings with Attorney Gaudreau, he’ll explain the situation and its potential consequences so that you can make an informed decision about how to proceed with your child's defense.

We can help you discuss your options and often, for first-time non-violent juvenile offenders, can work with the legal system and nonprofit organizations like Greater Derry Juvenile Diversion Program to develop a diversion plan to avoid criminal prosecution. Through a program of

• Restitution
• Referrals to appropriate agencies for counseling and treatment
• Community service, and
• Personal projects

Depending on the situation, we may be able to craft an alternative to juvenile criminal prosecution that helps your child take responsibility for their destructive actions while making restitution and meeting other components of the juvenile court diversion program.

A Focus on Your Child's Future

Safeguarding your minor child's criminal record is one of the highest priorities in any juvenile case. The impact of a conviction or guilty plea on his or her future can be dramatic. Few realize how limited options can become for a youth with a juvenile crime on record.

Attorney Gaudreau will fight for your child's freedom and future opportunities. If your child has been arrested or involved in a criminal action, call 603-893-4300 today for a free initial consultation.

Attorney Gaudreau works with juvenile and youthful defendants in New Hampshire and Massachusetts' local district courts, superior court, and New Hampshire and Massachusetts Supreme Court for juvenile and youthful felonies, misdemeanors, assault, underage drinking and possession, illegal substance possession and sales, theft, shoplifting, vandalism, and cyber crimes.