What Should I Pled in a Cruelty to a Juvenile Case?
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What Should I Pled in a Cruelty to a Juvenile Case?
I was arrested Easter Sunday. I was charged with (first) domestic violence against a minor. I served 72 hrs in jail. I had a OCS case open until May 31. They concluded that no abuse had occurred & dropped the charges/closed the case. I received papers for an arraignment for June29th. I am not sure what I should pled. I am going to be defended by a public attorney (of whom I haven’t met yet) I’ve never dealt with this before and was wondering what was the best advice for how I should proceed.
Asked on June 20, 2009 under Criminal Law, Louisiana
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Based on your facts, if the OCS found no abuse and closed the file, then there is a good bet that you may not be convicted of the charge. Obviously there could be other evidence but at the arraignment you should plead "not guilty". Your attorney can then see what, if any other evidence, there is against you. In fact, at an arraigmrnt virtually everyone pleads not guilty. Especially true inyour case since you won't have had a chance to consult with your lawyer beforehand. After the arraignment, follow your thier advise.
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