Children's Court Lawyer Cairns — Fixed Fee
$2,400 — Fixed Fee
Children's Court guilty plea — Cairns Children's Court — $2,400 Covers : initial conference with the young person and their family, review of the brief, advice on the charge and realistic outcomes, preparation of sentencing submissions appropriate to youth justice principles, coordination of school reports and support material, and full appearance at the Cairns Children's Court. No hidden fees. One invoice. All fees +10% GST.
What Is Included
Initial conference with the young person and their family to review the charge, the brief, and the circumstances Honest advice on the likely outcomes and the sentencing options available to the Children's Court Engagement with any restorative justice conferencing or diversion processes where available Preparation of written sentencing submissions that address the young person's circumstances,…
What Changes the Outcome
The Children's Court responds to a concrete and credible plan — not a vague commitment to do better. School re-engagement, counselling, community involvement, and family support structures, presented specifically and supported by evidence, are the material that moves a sentence away from detention. Sacha will prepare submissions that present this material in a form the court can act on. The…
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
At what age can a child be charged with a criminal offence in Queensland? The minimum age of criminal responsibility in Queensland is 10 years. Children and young people between 10 and 17 years are dealt with in the Children's Court. A person who turns 18 before their matter is finalised may be dealt with in the adult Magistrates Court depending on the circumstances. Will my child get a criminal…