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JM 705 - Juvenile and Family Law and Procedure

(3 units)
Examination of current issues and concerns in Juvenile and Family Law and procedures. Improving court practice in child abuse and neglect cases.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. describe how the law of juvenile and family relations developed in America.
2. define the primary social issues that are addressed by Juvenile and Family Courts.
3. demonstrate understanding of the difference between juvenile delinquents and status offenders.
4. describe how probation and placement sanctions imposed on juvenile delinquents and status offenders predict life outcomes.
5. discuss how the child protective process works in the field and in the courts.
6. assess the effectiveness of family reunification efforts in cases of abuse and neglect.
7. identify the legal policies that are expressed in Family Violence prevention strategies.
8. summarize the interactions of Child Protective Workers, Probation Officers and Police Officers as they implement the decisions and orders of Juvenile and Family Courts.


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