The standard work on juvenile criminal proceedings: Juvenile criminal cases place high demands on the defense attorney due to the many special regulations in both substantive and procedural law, as well as the unique challenges posed by young and adolescent clients. Juvenile criminal law, with its principle of "educating rather than punishing," offers significantly more options for case resolution than standard criminal proceedings. By fully utilizing diversion options, sanctions can often be avoided through a court ruling. Therefore, a thorough familiarization of the defense attorney with the subject of juvenile criminal law is particularly important. This work provides the necessary foundational knowledge and offers guidance on opportunities for more in-depth problem-solving. It includes a wealth of targeted advice for the various stages of the proceedings and numerous templates for defense motions.