The Pocono Record reported yesterday that juvenile probation placements have decreased by 20 percent in the Poconos, and that home foreclosure rates might have something to do with the change.

Though there is currently no measurable evidence to support the claim, Monroe County's Chief Probation Officer recently told the Monroe County Commissioners that the he believes the county's negative growth - and specifically it's loss of newly arrived young people - has positively impacted the local crime rate.

I am interested in learning whether the probation officer's observations and assessment turn out to be accurate. In the meantime, I will continue to provide high quality legal counsel to juvenile and adult defendants in criminal cases throughout the Pocono Mountain region of Pennsylvania.

If you need a Poconos criminal defense attorney, then contact me at Rogan Law today. As a Poconos criminal defense lawyer, I can help you understand the rights and options you have, as well as what you are up against.

In a region that often seems to blame its newest arrivals for the challenges it faces, an experienced lawyer who has your rights and interests at heart will prove indispensable to your case. By providing you with the personalized service you need, I can develop a legal strategy tailor made to fit your unique needs.

Contact Rogan Law for a free consultation today.

Poconos Juvenile Crime Decline Reported