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Q: Can juvenile manslaughter be charged as an adult?
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Can a juvenile be convicted of vehicular manslaughter?

Well, if juveniles are charged with adult crimes such as murder, burglary, or robbery, then I would say yes, they could be convicted of vehicular manslaughter.


How long can a minor go to jail for second degree manslaughter?

It depends. If the minor is charged with an adult, the potential prison time is likely similar to that of an adult charged with the same crime. If the minor is charged in juvenile court, the max/min penalties are probably set by the state.


What is a sentence with manslaughter in it?

The drunken man was charged with manslaughter after the devastating crash.


Can you become a psycologist with manslaughter on your record as a juvenile......33 and nothing on adult record?

Juvenile record, or not, that's a pretty serious charge. You will have to check with your state's licensing agency for this profession to determine if they will issue you a license.


Can a 17 year old be charged as an adult for shop lifting?

It depends on your state's law and the desires of the prosecutor. The state's law will define what age a person is a juvenile or an adult. If your state defines an adult at the age of 17 then you can be charged as an adult.


Why would a juvenile's crime be heard in Superior court?

If a juvenile is charged as an adult, the trial will be heard in Superior Court.Added: . . . otherwise most court systems have a separate track for juvenile offenders - Juvenile Court.


How do you put the word manslaughter in a sentence?

Mike was charged with manslaughter and had to serve time in jail.


How long and what sentences are given to juvenile third degree murderers in Canada?

There is no such thing as third-degree murder in Canada. Juvenile offenders can be sentenced to a maximum of 10 years confinement for first-degree murder. However, at 14 years of age, an offender charged with murder or manslaughter is automatically tried as an adult unless they can show cause why they should be tried as a juvenile. (Provinces may enact laws to increase that age to 15 or 16).


Manslaughter in a sentence?

The drunken man was charged with manslaughter after the devastating crash.


What happens when a child is charged with a first degree felony?

They'll at least be sent to juvenile hall. In some jurisdictions, it is possible for them to be tried as an adult.


What is the maximum sentence for aggravated manslaughter in NJ?

Manslaughter has no limitation in New Jersey. You can be charged at any time.


Can someone be charged for supplying drugs that caused death?

You could be charged with manslaughter.