The Times-Tribune reports today that police cited twenty kids from West Scranton High School for underage drinking at a post-prom party in Wayne County over the weekend. All were charged as juveniles.
Juvenile charges mean that the consequences for having broken the law will likely focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Whenever you are accused of any juvenile crime, whether underage drinking or something else, you should speak with an experienced Scranton criminal defense lawyer who specializes in the juvenile criminal justice system.
A Scranton criminal defense attorney from Rogan Law can advise you about what to do to protect your rights and to look out for your own best interetsts as your charges are resolved.