If someone has accused your child of being a bully, this is not something you can simply ignore. In today’s day and age, teachers, principals, and administrators are encouraged to be tough on bullying. In theory this may be good for the students at large, but in reality it can have some very serious consequences.

You might be surprised to learn just how serious bullying charges can get and how quickly they can move from accusations to criminal action being taken. This is why it’s essential to work with an attorney if your child is accused of bullying. When you work with Law Office of Michael L. Fell, we start out with a free case evaluation. We can let you know what the potential consequences may be and what you can do about them. Call us today at (949) 585-9055 to get started.

We can help you fight criminal charges

California doesn’t currently have any crime on the books that’s referred to as bullying. However, there are a number of ways that zealous prosecutors can find to charge a student. They may say that assault and battery has taken place, they may charge with criminal threats, or they may even charge your child with aggravated battery.

If your child does find themselves in juvenile court over these charges then you need an experienced attorney. When you choose Law Office of Michael L. Fell, you’re choosing an attorney who’s not only experienced in criminal defense, but who worked for many years as a Supervising Prosecutor in juvenile court for Orange County. As a result, he understands this system in and out and he can use that experience to the advantage of your child.

Attorney Fell uses many tactics to ensure your child doesn’t pay for the rest of their life for a mistake they made as a child. One of those tactics is to ensure that the courts don’t forget that the purpose of juvenile justice is not to punish children but to help them learn from their mistakes. He will fight tirelessly for your child and work towards the charges being dropped, probation instead of juvenile detention, community service, or another program. It all depends on the type of charges your child is facing and how much evidence there is.

We can stand by your side during school administrative hearings

While California law may not have bullying laws on the books, you can bet that the California Education Code does. You must remember that your child does have rights during this type of school administrative hearing. For example, they have a right to fair notice of a hearing, the right to consult with an attorney, the right to offer their own evidence, and the right to a hearing by impartial parties.

When you contact Law Office of Michael L. Fell at (949) 585-9055 the first order of business will be your free case evaluation. We’ll learn about your specific situation, get the basics about the evidence in play, and offer our expert advice about the best way to move forward.