Serving Bucks County, Lehigh County, Montgomery County and Philadelphia
Minors can face charges for all of the same types of crimes as adults. A juvenile record can have a serious impact on your child’s future, including job opportunities and education. No matter what type of charge your child is facing, it is important that you have a reliable juvenile crimes defense attorney who understands the juvenile system and will fight for a positive outcome.
At the law firm of Applebaum & Associates, we represent minors in all types of criminal cases. We have extensive experience in juvenile delinquency matters, and we work diligently to obtain the most favorable possible result. Attorney Applebaum has been practicing law in Pennsylvania for over 40 years. He knows the law, and he knows what it takes to protect your child’s future.
Strong Criminal Defense for Juveniles
We understand how upsetting these situations can be for everyone involved. We are committed to doing everything in our power to get the charges against your child dismissed or to beat them in court. When there is a possibility that your child could be charged as an adult, we fight aggressively to keep the case in juvenile court. We have also been successful at getting our clients admitted to diversionary programs and avoiding a conviction on their record.
We are ready to help with any type of juvenile crime in Pennsylvania, including:
- Underage DUI
- Traffic violations
- Drug charges
- Sex crimes
- Arson and vandalism
- Shoplifting
- Assault
- Summary offenses

Charge: Rape
Verdict: “I was accused of date rape and attorney Applebaum was able to show these allegations were completely false and convinced the district attorney to withdraw the charges.”

Charge: Rape
Verdict: “I was charged with raping a girl I was dating and thanks to attorney Applebaum’s investigation he was able to prove with the Commonwealth's evidence and the alleged victim's phone records that during the time I was allegedly raping her she was on the phone with her girlfriend and other friends for over an hour.”

Charge: Rape
Verdict:“I was accused of raping a family member and facing 40 years in jail. I was innocent and I refused to plead guilty. After Applebaum tried the case I was found not guilty and I now have my life and freedom back thanks to attorney Applebaum.”

Charge: Assault
Verdict: “I was accused of stabbing a fellow party goer after a fight erupted and attorney Applebaum was able to prove to the jury that it was another party goer that delivered the almost fate wound. I was acquitted and now I am a member of law enforcement.”

Charge: Drugs
Verdict: “I was accused of dealing drugs and was facing a mandatory 5-10 year prison sentence. After a jury trial attorney Applebaum proved entrapment and I was acquitted of all charges.”

Charge: 3rd Offense DUI
Verdict: “I was being charged with a third offense DUI with a 1 year mandatory prison sentence, attorney Applebaum was able to subpoena the officer's dashboard camera and with the testimony of his toxicologist the jury came back with a verdict of not guilty after only 30 mins of deliberation.”

Charge: Drug Crime
Verdict: “I was charged with being a methamphetamine dealer and thanks to attorney Applebaum , even though I went to jail for a few years attorney Applebaum was able to retain through negotiation over $ 2 million in assets so my family could remain in my family home and my children could go to private school.”

Charge: Aggravated Assault
Verdict: “I was charged with aggravated assault and attempted homicide and I took a bench trial in front of a judge and attorney Applebaum argued that one punch should be considered simple assault and after explaining the circumstances regarding my wife cheating. I received a sentence of 30 days probation.”
Call Our Juvenile Crimes Defense Attorney Now!
With Offices in Bensalem, Allentown, Doylestown, Quakertown, Willow Grove and Philadelphia
Contact our office today to discuss your child’s case. You can reach a juvenile crimes defense attorney at our firm 24/7 for a free initial phone consultation. We will help you understand the legal issues involved in your case and let you know what we can do to help. We accept most major credit cards and offer payment plans for your convenience.