Resource Guidelines : Improving Court Practice in Child Abuse and Neglect Cases

Juvenile & family courts now take a far more active role in decision-making in abuse & neglect cases. More complex issues are now decided in each case, more hearings are held, & many more persons are involved. These resource guidelines set forth the essential elements of properly conducted court hearings. Describes the requirements of juvenile & family courts in fulfilling the role now placed upon them by federal & state laws. Describes how court calendars can be managed to achieve efficiency & avoid delays; explains the court staffing necessary to make the judicial process run smoothly; & clarifies costs assoc. with such reforms.Grossman, David E. is the author of 'Resource Guidelines : Improving Court Practice in Child Abuse and Neglect Cases', published 1999 under ISBN 9780788182044 and ISBN 0788182048.