A Macomb County teen faces serious charges, including armed robbery and assaulting his mother, after his release from custody for breaking and entering. This unusual case prompted Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido to navigate a complex legal obstacle involving a Personal Protection Order that prevented the teen from being housed at the Juvenile Justice Center, where he could receive needed support.
After his initial arrest, the teen’s situation escalated, leading to alleged assaults against family members and a second arrest for another breaking and entering incident. In a rare move, Lucido successfully sought to modify the order, allowing the teen to access counseling and help before turning 18. With the teen due back in court next week, the prosecutor warns that failing to rehabilitate may lead to adult charges and potential incarceration.
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