DEFINITION: The perception of Black girls as older and less innocent than their white peers. Research shows that Black girls face this…
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, juvenile courts across the country have adopted video and teleconferencing to conduct virtual hearings. Although…
This infographic was developed in conversation with youth survivors and 39 stakeholders who provide training and/or technical assistance on child sexual exploitation,…
This bench card is designed for use in conjunction with the more comprehensive Judicial Officer Guide for Responding to Stalking and as…
A retirement benefit can be a major asset in a divorce and may be the key to providing financial security to a…
Introduction and Statement of the Problem Trial judges make scores of decisions every day, ranging from the simple to the complex. Among…
This Court has referred this child1 for mental health assessment. Your report will assist the judge in making important decisions. Please be…
In 2005, the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) published the Juvenile Delinquency Guidelines to guide court improvement in…
In 2005, the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) published the Juvenile Delinquency Guidelines to guide court improvement in…
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Custody and visitation decisions are among the most difficult that judges make. Whether by statute, case law, or custom, all state and…
This bench card is dedicated to the late Judge Willie J. Lovett Jr., for his enduring efforts to establish developmentally appropriate juvenile…
Why Focus on Foster Care and Education? According to a recent report by Casey Family Programs,1 some of the best predictors of…
Studies have shown that education is a significant factor in determining the success of children and youth as they exit the foster…
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