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1. Record Sealing: Its Importance For Rehabilitation.

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Edwards, Judge Leonard

Abstract

The article discusses the negative impact of juvenile records on adults seeking to reintegrate into society after contact with the juvenile justice system. Many states have inadequate procedures for sealing or expunging juvenile records, leading to potential harm in obtaining educational or occupational opportunities, even for those who have successfully rehabilitated and turned their lives around. The article emphasizes the importance of sealing or expunging juvenile records.

Published
2023

2. Congregate Care and Placement Issues in Juvenile Court Proceedings.

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Edwards, Judge Leonard

Abstract

The article discusses Congregate care for children refers to out-of-home placement in a group or institutional setting. It includes group homes, orphanages, and institutions, Congregate care has a long history in the United States.

Published
2022

13. Juvenile Mental Health Court: Rationale and Protocols

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ARREDONDO, DAVID E., primary, KUMLI, KURT, additional, SOTO, LARRY, additional, COLIN, ENRIQUE, additional, ORNELLAS, JILL, additional, DAVILLA, JUDGE RAYMOND J., additional, EDWARDS, JUDGE LEONARD P., additional, and HYMAN, JUDGE EUGENE M., additional

Published
2001
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15. Engaging Fathers in the Child Protection Process: The Judicial Role (Part 2).

Author

Edwards, Judge Leonard

Subjects
*JUDGES, *CONDUCT of court proceedings, *FATHERS, *CHILD protection services, *LEGAL status of children, *FATHER-child relationship, *LEGAL etiquette
Abstract

The article focuses on the several schemes that judges can utilize for the involvement of fathers in and out of court during child protection process. For court engagement strategies, it suggests to treat a father with respect and acknowledge his importance in the proceedings and to the child, as well as to remove hindrances to a father's participation. It also advises to appoint a qualified counsel during the proceeding. In addition, a judge's checklist for engaging fathers is provided.

Published
2009

16. Engaging Fathers in the Child Protection Process: The Judicial Role (Part 1).

Author

Edwards, Judge Leonard

Subjects
*FATHERS, *CHILD welfare, *LEGAL status of children, *LEGAL procedure, *HUMAN rights, *JUDGES, *COURT personnel
Abstract

The article focuses on engaging fathers in child protection legal proceedings. Engaging them in child protection case protect their legal rights, promote the social well-being and healthy development of children, and provide financial resources for the child. Biological fathers in some jurisdictions have fewer rights than in others. It is the role of judges to sort these rights and declare who the father is and his legal status regarding the child before the court.

Published
2009

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