how old do you have to be to be consider an adult?
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Generally, in New York, at sixteen people are charged as adults. Youthful Offender treatment is sometimes available for people under nineteen. For certain crimes, however, children can be charged as adults. I am a New York criminal defense and family law attorney. Give me a call if you would like to discuss the situation. It would be my pleasure to speak with you about the case. Darren M. Shapiro, Esq. 631-882-3140.
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