Often, juveniles convicted of a misdemeanor may be sentenced to community service, fines, probation, or other penalties. Whether or not their sentence includes incarceration depends on the severity of the crime, as well as their prior criminal records. Minors convicted of a felony, such as robbery or arson, could be incarcerated in a juvenile detention facility. A Wellington juvenile defense lawyer could attempt to mitigate the severity of the penalties that an individual may face.