Procedural Justice in Family Court: Does the Adversary Model Make Sense?
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| Title: | Procedural Justice in Family Court: Does the Adversary Model Make Sense? |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Melton, Gary B., Lind, E. Allan |
| Source: | Child and Youth Services. Spr-Sum 1982 5(1-2):65-83. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 19 |
| Publication Date: | 1982 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Opinion Papers |
| Descriptors: | Adolescents, Children, Counselor Role, Court Litigation, Family Counseling, Family Problems, Family Relationship, Research Needs |
| Abstract: | Reviews research and theory on procedural justice concerning family disputes, and discusses existing proposals for reform of family court procedures. Holds that adversary proceedings in custody disputes may be more beneficial to older children and disputing parents than nonadversary procedures. Identifies areas for needed research in procedural justice. (Author/MJL) |
| Entry Date: | 1983 |
| Accession Number: | EJ275637 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Reviews research and theory on procedural justice concerning family disputes, and discusses existing proposals for reform of family court procedures. Holds that adversary proceedings in custody disputes may be more beneficial to older children and disputing parents than nonadversary procedures. Identifies areas for needed research in procedural justice. (Author/MJL) |
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