Monthly Archives: January 2026
Juvenile vs. Adult Court: When Will a Minor Be Tried as an Adult in Los Angeles?
California’s juvenile justice system is built on the principle of rehabilitation rather than punishment. In most cases, minors accused of crimes are dealt with in juvenile delinquency court, where the focus is supervision, treatment, education, and age-appropriate accountability. However, there are circumstances under California law where a minor can be transferred out of juvenile… Read More »
Zero/No-Cash Bail in Los Angeles County: What You Need to Know
The law governing bail in California is rooted in both the California Constitution and the state’s Penal Code. Historically, bail — a bond or cash posted to secure a defendant’s release from custody after arrest but before trial — was set according to a standardized bail schedule that assigned monetary amounts to specific offenses…. Read More »