Opinion of the Court by Justice CUNNINGHAM.
Appellee B.J., a minor, was adjudicated a habitual truant by the Jefferson Family Court. The Court of Appeals vacated the order and remanded the matter, determining that the family court had violated B.J.'s constitutional rights by conducting both the adjudication and sentencing hearings in his absence. The Commonwealth sought discretionary review in this Court, which was granted. Upon review of the matter, we reverse the...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.
