Legal Question in Criminal Law in Mississippi

Rights of a juvenile

16 year old found with possession of marijuana. To what right is s/he entitled: incl. speedy trial,are parents allowed to be present during questioning, is plea bargaining an option?


Asked on 4/27/00, 10:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Dennis Harmon Dennis Harmon

Re: Rights of a juvenile

Is this 16 year charged with a felony or misdemeanor? Is the charge in youth court or adult court. The rights and options vary depending on the court.

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Answered on 6/13/00, 9:42 am


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