Tornike Chikovani, criminal lawyer in Tbilisi, Georgia
Juvenile & child-related cases

Juvenile & Child-Related Criminal Cases

Specialist guidance for accused minors, child victims, parents and guardians under Georgia's juvenile-justice and safeguarding framework.

English legal guideTbilisi · Georgia-wide
Short answer

A child-related criminal case requires age-specific procedure, understandable participation and protection of development and privacy alongside the ordinary evidential analysis.

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Start with age, role and immediate safeguarding

Criminal defence and victim guidance for minors, parents and guardians under Georgia's specialised juvenile-justice framework.

An accused minor, child witness and child victim do not occupy the same legal position. Identify who has authority to act, whether a specialised lawyer or representative is required and how questioning, expert work and disclosure should be adapted.

Protect participation, evidence, privacy and welfare

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Confirm age, status and mandatory procedural safeguards

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Protect the child's understanding, privacy and developmental needs

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Assess diversion and restorative options where legally available

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Coordinate defence, family, school and safeguarding issues

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