5 Juveniles Suspected of Multiple Robberies in Katy, TX

 Posted on August 14, 2025 in Juvenile Law

In May of this year, five teenagers were arrested in connection with a string of robberies throughout West Harris County. The "crew" is linked to five robberies that occurred between May 6th and 7th at a restaurant and four convenience stores. The teen boys allegedly brandished firearms, stole cash, and assaulted clerks and bystanders. Four of the teens were 13 years old, and one was 15 years old. All five were charged with engaging in organized crime and aggravated robbery, plus additional charges after being booked into the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center.

A robbery arrest is frightening enough for an adult; if you are the parent of a child accused of a serious criminal offense, both you and your child are likely anxious and unsure of what lies ahead. While Texas does treat juvenile criminal cases differently from adult crimes, robbery and aggravated robbery are serious felonies with consequences that can potentially follow your child into adulthood.

Depending on the facts of the case, Texas prosecutors can pursue standard juvenile adjudication, diversion, a determinate sentence, or can ask the court to transfer or "certify" the case to adult criminal court. If your child is in trouble, you need experienced legal counsel in the form of a knowledgeable Floresville, TX juvenile criminal defense lawyer.  

What Counts as Robbery in Texas?

When bodily injury or the threat or fear of imminent injury or death accompanies a theft, it becomes a robbery under Texas Penal Code Section 29.02. Aggravated robbery adds serious injury, a deadly weapon, or a disabled or elderly victim to the mix. For adults in Texas, aggravated robbery is a first-degree felony with severe penalties. Generally, a child between the ages of 10 and 16 at the time of the offense will be dealt with in juvenile court – but this is not always the case. A juvenile who is 17 is treated as an adult for a serious crime, such as aggravated robbery.

What is the Path in Texas for Juvenile Criminal Offenders?

Once a juvenile has been arrested for a crime, such as robbery or aggravated robbery, intake and detention decisions will be made. It will be determined whether the juvenile will be released to their parents or placed in secure detention.

Formal adjudication in juvenile court may occur, with the possible dispositions of probation, placement, or commitment to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. If the criminal offense is less severe, the juvenile may receive diversion, which is an informal supervision track similar to deferred prosecution. If the child completes all necessary conditions, the case will be closed.

Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult for Robbery?

After the prosecutor considers the juvenile’s age, probable cause, background, the seriousness of the crime, and the prospects for rehabilitation, he or she may request certification or transfer. This means the court is being asked to waive juvenile jurisdiction and try the case in adult court. A juvenile found guilty in adult court will face adult sentencing, although determinate sentencing may be applicable in cases involving convictions for robbery or aggravated robbery.

A determinate sentencing means that if the juvenile received the maximum sentence for aggravated robbery in adult court and was sentenced to 25 years (the adult sentence range is 5 years to life), the juvenile may begin serving that sentence in the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, with a possible transfer to adult prison, depending on age and progress. An indeterminate commitment ends no later than the juvenile’s 19th birthday.  

Contact a Wilson County, TX Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyer

If your child is in trouble, you need a highly skilled Floresville, TX juvenile criminal defense attorney from BRCK Criminal Defense Attorneys who will "hit the ground running." We will immediately begin a comprehensive evaluation of the case while simultaneously building a strong defense to achieve the best possible outcome for your child. Every partner in our firm is either a former criminal prosecutor or a judge, which gives us a unique perspective that benefits every client. Call 830-769-1010 to schedule your free consultation.