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Guardian ad litem
An advocate for the child who provides support and advice during legal proceedings, especially if the alleged offender is a parent.
Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act of 1974 required that kids be provided with GALs if the case was being heard in family court.
Duties include, accompanying the child to legal matters, assisting the child in getting mental health, social, and medical services.
Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act of 1974 required that kids be provided with GALs if the case was being heard in family court.
Duties include, accompanying the child to legal matters, assisting the child in getting mental health, social, and medical services.
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Source: pg. 218
Source: pg. 218
Flashcard info:
Author: nickcrowl
Main topic: Criminology
Topic: Victimology
School / Univ.: University of Nevada, Reno
City: Reno
Published: 14.04.2010