Juvenile Law Attorneys

While age alone provides minors who are accused of a crime with some protections, these protections are limited. For instance:

• If a minor in Illinois is found guilty of a felony, the minor must provide a DNA sample to the FBI database at a cost of $200.
• Minors can be sentenced to years in a juvenile detention center, which carry a strong resemblance to a traditional prison.

If your minor child faces criminal charges, contact the juvenile law firm of Botto Gilbert Schottland Lancaster PC for experienced, highly qualified legal help. Juvenile law lawyer Margi Worth has practiced law since 1989 and has worked extensively with juvenile law cases since 2001. Her past positions include:

• Former member, Child Advocacy Advisory Board, Juvenile Officers Association and Child Advocacy Center
• Former prosecutor
• Former supervisor of the juvenile division of the McHenry County State Attorney's Office

Is your minor facing criminal charges? Call Botto Gilbert Schottland Lancaster PC, at 815.338.3838 or 800.338.3833 for a Free Consultation Regarding Your Rights.

Ms. Worth has successfully handled hundreds of juvenile law cases, including cases involving delinquency, gang violence and activity, drugs, shootings, school fighting, violence against parents, assault and battery, criminal damage to property, graffiti, sex crimes, robbery and theft, including possession of stolen vehicle and shoplifting. With her intimate understanding of juvenile law and juvenile courts, Ms. Worth knows how to best address legal issues and can work to arrange for favorable supervision terms or expungement of records.

Helping Parents and Helping At-Risk Minors

In addition to juvenile criminal defense, we help parents and minors protect their rights in the family and juvenile courts. For instance:

• If your child has been placed outside of your home due to alleged abuse, neglect and other charges, we can explain legal processes and work with you, law enforcement officials, government agencies, mental health providers and community resources to facilitate your child's return.
• We can work to provide legal protection for children victimized by sexual and physical abuse.
• If your child has mental health issues, has run away or is truant from school, we can help you understand, manage and complete legal processes in place to protect your rights and the rights of your child.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding juvenile law, contact a firm with over 25 years of experience. We accept credit cards, offer flexible appointment scheduling, and offer payment plans. We are conveniently located just off Route 47 near the McHenry County Courthouse. To contact us, call 815.338.3838 or 800.338.3833.