.My son has just been charged with assualt after he hit another boy(same age 12) because he was trying to steal his ipod.
Is his life is over now.
2007-03-18 10:09:49 · 28 answers · asked by tokoyojo 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
sorry,maybe it is not clear,another boy was stealing my sons IPOD,my son hit him.My son aged 12 has been chrged with assault.
2007-03-18 10:23:14 · update #1
nope I got done for ABH when I was 15 (the victim was a 6ft bully, he deserved that head butt) I just had an enhanced disclosure and it is not even mentioned, I think it is wiped when you turn 17, unless you do something real bad and end up in youth detention, I think records of a custodial sentence are kept
2007-03-18 10:17:26 · answer #1 · answered by SCOTT B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-03-19 05:50:36 · answer #2 · answered by 333-half-evil-333 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi
it's 10 years the police will take details, I dont think anything will be done but they do keep records now - I had a problem with my son being bullied by under 10's, when i spoke to police, they said if they had of been over 10 they would have proceeded for criminal prosecution - however given our current political climate and the current legislation, I dont think anything would happen till 16+.
Unfortunately, its one of those horrible things, and you are more in the wrong if you defend yourself than give in to these little thugs - if they try to prosecute, get a solicitor (your son could seek legal aid) and make a counter claim.
His life isn't over because of this, but it might be a good idea to stay away from those other boys.
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2007-03-22 04:50:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can tell you for sure that its 10 years old cos a boy who lives in the house behind me has picked on my son for years, As they go to the same school and live so close. He is out of control. All through summer hols i had non stop grief from him throwing stuff at windows, throwing sharp objects in my garden that my daughter could of got hold of and the list just goes on and on. But anyway he threw a sharp metal pole at my partners work van and it was dented and scratched we were worried we would have to pay the bill for it so we phoned the police on this boy. (enough was enough!) the police took this boy and mother to the police station and he had his finger prints done and a record which i beleive will get wiped when he's 18. unless he does any more damage. Im just trying to let you know what is possible, but your sons case is different as it was self defense, but however it is up to the parents to a degree of what action the police take (so bare that in mind) cos we had the option of just letting the police give him a good stern talking to (which would'nt of made a difference) or take him to the police station which done the trick!( no more problems touch wood.) but your sons life is not over as long as he does'nt get into any more bother with the police which im sure he wont as he was after all protecting himself. You must feel so frustrated that all your son did was defend himself and the law was straight there i bet but asbos get to do what they like this country is crazy with our laws we will never win. I hope everything turns out ok for your boy i take it this other boy had a mark on him cos other wise if he did'nt its the boys word against your boy!!
2007-03-22 05:06:06 · answer #4 · answered by donna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It kinda depends on the situation. I don't agree that his life is over tho. this is obviously a nasty thing for your son to go through but as long as he fought back with his fists and not a weapon then I don't think he should have been charged with assault.
This is a hard question really because even though I feel every child knows right from wrong, children will be children and do some things that ar wrong but shouldn't be punished for the rest of their lives for something they did at 12.
Obviously there are strong exceptions for this. Children who rape and kill other children should be held completely responsible for their own actions. ( I'm relating to the Jamie Bulger killers both of who were 12 when they killed a 2 yr old boy.)
2007-03-19 11:21:53 · answer #5 · answered by JJ J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No lol I wouldn't worry about it too much, but he has to understand what he has done is wrong and face the consequences, if for no other stupid reason than two wrongs don't make it right.
Perhaps you can assure him it is absolutely not the end of the world but he may have to consider alternative solutions to this type of problem in the future.
Perhaps a lesson in diplomatics on resolving conflict might work at some point in the transaction, I have the same short fuse and have had to learn to walk away or be otherwise non violent.
In the meantime, when it goes to court, I would absolutely be sure to tell the truth about the attempted theft, and I think this may result in the judge admonishing both sides a little bit and it will likely be over at that point (not over as in the end, but if probation may be the worst that comes of it).
2007-03-18 10:16:50 · answer #6 · answered by netthiefx 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2007-03-18 10:31:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have a very good case for self defence...
Get a lawyer and contaxt the papers ... ie the SUN they would love this
KID ARRESTED FOR DEFENDING SELF FROM MUGGER.
Sun calls for police sacking
Actually hire a public relations company who can contact all the papers and national news... make a real big deal over this...
Turn him into a national hero...
Especailly after gangs started to kill people...
its like
PLUCKY 12 YEAR OLD TAKES ON EVIL GANGS TO TURN BACK THE TIDE OF CRIME
think that way and get lawyers
Pull of publicity stunts for the press...
ie hire a crane , harness and superboy outfit to have the court made to look ridiculous as
Superboy hero of the country who stood upto evil muggers 'flies' (hence crane and harness) to court as the crimials friend the court tries to arrest the hero.
this way even if charged he can present the papers in the interview to show who he is and probably get a job on the spot.
Serious...
Sway the jury that way so it gets thrown out of court...
The authourities will hate the publicity due to how it makes them look.
Also that way the press can investigate all the stealing this boy has done and show what bad parents he has etc etc.
Plus how lousey the school is at stopping bullying and teaching morals...
2007-03-18 20:44:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hell no, I doubt that very much at twelve years old he is hardly responsible for his actions and it also has mitigating circumstances of which he was protecting his property which is in itself a right. I take it your son has not been convicted as of such, so right now there isn't a thing to worry about. At worse, he will have a juvy record of which will be erase once he becomes an adult. My best advice is to talk to a lawyer regarding this matter the point is he was protecting his property which in itself is a defense.
2007-03-18 10:21:00 · answer #9 · answered by idak13 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
often it fairly is eighteen. yet because of the fact persons are bored with juveniles getting away with offenses that the common public deems as a severe one, some prosecutors are going after the offenders and attempting them as adults. And rightly so in my e book. And if convicted they spend time in a juvy penitentiary till their 18th or twenty first birthday (in some states) and than transferred to an person penitentiary. The punishment would desire to in good condition the crime do not you think of?? Or do you think of that youthful little ones who're murderers/rapists need to be out on the streets with the the remainder of the fewer offensive public. while do you think of a baby would desire to be in charge for his or her strikes?? As to your question of no count if or not they are going to have a criminal checklist for all times? - the respond is probably counting on the offense(s). they are able to have a lawyer help them in having it expunged after a undeniable age. e.g. 18, 21, etc. even regardless of the indisputable fact that it could nonetheless fee them some enormous money to have it performed. back I fairly have a pair of questions out of interest... - Why could they want it expunged in the event that they have been so proud to have performed it the 1st place?? so they are able to disguise what they did? or be truthful with others approximately their previous?
2016-12-19 08:23:23 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋