Q: My14-year-old daughter assaulted another student at school And broke her nose & it’s on video should I get a lawyer?
My14-year-old daughter assaulted another student at school And broke her nose & it’s on video.
But the student was harassing my daughter first. The parents pressed charges count1 aggravated assault count 2 assault and battery. My daughter is A straight a student never have been in trouble and she Started counseling a month after the incident which was six months ago Plus the school had put her out for two months for the assault
A: Yes, you should get a lawyer for your daughter. Otherwise, one may be appointed for her. Juvenile charges can have serious consequences for your daughter's future.
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