Families and Children

This section includes resources and program information in the areas of Family and Juvenile law.  It also includes conference materials and a comprehensive list of publications produced by the Center for Families, Children and the Courts (CFCC).

Of Current Interest

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of In re Gault 50 years ago this December, what would become a landmark case for juvenile rights was argued before the United States Supreme Court. Listen to the oral argument here.

The Effects of Complex Trauma on Youth: Implications for School Discipline and Court-Involved Youth. 
This briefing provides an overview of the impact of trauma exposure on children’s development and the implications for both juvenile court and educational settings. Learn more About Truancy & School Discipline.

Family Law

• Access to Visitation
• Child Support
• Family Dispute Resolution
• Unified Courts for Families/ Court Coordination

Juvenile Law

• Delinquency
• Dependency