CHILDREN AND THE COURTS
Course Description:
This course will cover issues which arise when children become involved in the courts. Particular attention will be given to children who are in criminal or family court as witnesses (including as victims of abuse and neglect) and to children who are in family court as delinquents. The course will focus on law and court procedures as they relate to children and will address specific issues related to children in court, including overview of legal systems, role of counsel in representing children, evidentiary rules, and systemic issues related to children in the courts.
Methodology:
All students will be assigned readings. Classroom instruction will
include lecture and discussion. Guest lecturers will provide instruction
in specialized areas.
Basis of Grade:
Participation in class discussion and paper or examination.
Form of Grade:
Letter grade.
CLERKSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
The Children's Law Center hires second and third year law students to
work as research assistants on a part-time basis. Research assistants
perform a variety of tasks, including legal and non-legal research
related to child maltreatment and juvenile justice. Experience in
children's issues and course work in social sciences is preferred.
To apply, send a letter of interest, resume, and law school transcript
(student copy acceptable) to:
Carolyn S. Morris
Children's Law Center
1600 Hampton St., Suite 502
Columbia, SC 29208
For more information, call 803-777-5506.
RESOURCE MATERIALS
USC Students conducting research may use the Children's Law Center
library. Extensive materials are available on legal issues related to
child maltreatment and juvenile justice. These materials
cannot be checked out, but can be used in the office. An automated
catalog allows search by title, author, or subject. Staff is available to provide
consultation on a selection of topics and current issues.
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