UNITED STATES of America, Plaintiff-Appellee, v. John DOE, a Juvenile Male, Defendant-Appellant

BEEZER, Circuit Judge:

The district court entered judgment in which John Doe (“Doe”), a juvenile, is determined to be a juvenile delinquent. The court found that Doe knowingly imported merchandise (marijuana) subject to seizure in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 545. On appeal, Doe challenges the sufficiency of the certification that allowed him to be prosecuted in federal court. Doe also asserts that his confession should be suppressed both because he requested counsel and because the government failed to notify his mother of his Miranda rights. We have jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1291, and…