You are the paralegal for Public Defender social worker; you received a new case, a 12 year old girl, "Gee Gee:, who has been charged with several felony crimes, 2 counts of unlawful sexual contact 2nd, terroristic threatening (F) all against her seven year-old little sister, "Kay Kay"; in another incident, she was also charged with criminal mischief and resisting arrest, both are misdemeanors. During your initial interview, Gee Gee reveals to you that her father's girlfriend has been "touching" her. Your first impression is that Gee Gee has no sense or understanding that what she has been accused of is wrong. She also appeared to be less mature than her chronological age.
1. What additional information do you need to effectively represent Gee Gee in Court?
2. On which case or statutory laws would you rely to successfully defend GeeGee?
3. Will her case be tried in the juvenile court or will it be removed to Superior court?
4. What additional information will you direct your social worker to gather to ensure the best outcome for Gee Gee?