Lawyers and Legal Advocacy in Juvenile Courts: An Assessment.
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| Title: | Lawyers and Legal Advocacy in Juvenile Courts: An Assessment. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Puritz, Patricia, Burrell, Sue, Schwartz, Robert |
| Source: | Update on Law-Related Education. Win 1999-2000 23(2):15-17. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 3 |
| Publication Date: | 2000 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Descriptors: | Court Litigation, Criminal Law, Due Process, Individual Characteristics, Job Performance, Juvenile Courts, Juvenile Justice, Lawyers, Legal Responsibility, Professional Training |
| ISSN: | 0147-8648 |
| Abstract: | Evaluates the juvenile justice system focusing on the barriers children encounter when seeking appropriate counsel and the quality of representation. Includes an assessment of the appointment of counsel, pretrial preparation and trial performance, post-trial maneuvers, and appeals. Finds that the most common obstacle is the overwhelming caseloads defenders endure. (CMK) |
| Journal Code: | CIJSEP2000 |
| Entry Date: | 2000 |
| Accession Number: | EJ604122 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Evaluates the juvenile justice system focusing on the barriers children encounter when seeking appropriate counsel and the quality of representation. Includes an assessment of the appointment of counsel, pretrial preparation and trial performance, post-trial maneuvers, and appeals. Finds that the most common obstacle is the overwhelming caseloads defenders endure. (CMK) |
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| ISSN: | 0147-8648 |
