New York Family Courts Open to the Public

New York Family Courts Open to the Public:

The idea of going to court can be daunting. Those who have had no prior encounters with the law may suddenly find themselves needing to go to court for a domestic matter such as divorce, child custody or child support. One way to calm fears regarding a court appearance is to observe other hearings to see what goes on in the courtroom beforehand. In New York, Family Courts are open to the public, a rule that top court officials recently reaffirmed. People may also benefit from following a few courtroom etiquette tips during their hearings.

Juvenile court sees a range of problems, misdeeds

Juvenile court sees a range of problems, misdeeds - herald-mail.com:

Mom shrugged.

"No comment," the woman said when asked by Assistant Public Defender Brian Hutchison in Washington County juvenile court if she agreed that her son would be better off remaining in foster care.

Family supports son during battle with dependency

Family supports son during battle with dependency | Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune | wisconsinrapidstribune.com:

When leaders of a Wisconsin Rapids dentist office learned prescription drugs were missing, they discussed getting help for the person responsible.

Because Family Is Forever…

The Bohol Standard Online Edition:

I have been a neutral observer of the ongoing saga involving Supreme Court Chief Justice Renato Corona. Tomorrow is the start of a rather long and tedious, and could be damning, impeachment trial. This trial will be publicized and will be watched by millions of Filipinos here and abroad.

Don't Throw A Pot Of Boiling Water At A Social Worker - Baby LK Report For January 15th 2012

Young suspects' court time, outcomes similar to adults

Young suspects' court time, outcomes similar to adults - herald-mail.com:

"Whether caught egging a house or robbing a convenience store, minors who find themselves in front of a juvenile court judge face civil rather than criminal proceedings, although there sometimes is little difference in the outcome."

Child advocates call for greater transparency in abuse death, injury cases

Child advocates call for greater transparency in abuse death, injury cases | The Courier-Journal | courier-journal.com:

Summit calls for state to reveal more about child abuse cases