Author(s): Office on Child Abuse and Neglect, Children's Bureau
Year Published: 2006
This provides an overview of the judicial processes that relate to child abuse and neglect cases. It introduces concepts and terminology associated with the courts, describes the key court processes, and presents practical information to help child protective services caseworkers and other nonlegal professionals prepare for court litigation.
Suggested Citation: Child Welfare Information Gateway. (2006). Working with the courts in child protection. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Children’s Bureau.
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