Representing the Whole Child: A Guide to Juvenile Defense (PDF)
Written by: Amy Howell; Brooke Silverthorn
Edited by: Hon. Bryant Culpepper; Lisa Lott; Mark Nathan; Linda Pace; Karen Worthington
"Representing the Whole Child" is a comprehensive guide to appropriate and zealous advocacy on behalf of youth in juvenile court. The guide provides attorneys with the basics of juvenile court procedure and laws affecting youth. The manual takes a holistic approach to juvenile defense, evaluating all the factors that may have contributed to the delinquent behavior to assist with proper representation and handling through the system.
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Classrooms to Courtrooms: Zero Tolerance Unveiled (PDF)
by Nova Harb
This paper reviews the history and interpretation of zero tolerance laws both nationally and in Georgia. "From Classrooms to Courtrooms" analyzes the legal and programmatic weaknesses of zero tolerance and makes recommendations to lessen its negative effects.
Juvenile Assessment Centers (PDF)
by Brooke Silverthorn
This paper explains the purpose, legislative creation, construction and appropriation for Juvenile Assessment Centers in the United States.
Special Education Advocacy Under the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (IDEA) For Children in the Juvenile Delinquency System (PDF)
Edited by Joseph B. Tulman and Joyce A. McGee
This excellent, comprehensive manual for juvenile defenders explains in
detail how to use special education law to benefit clients charged with
delinquency. Note: This manual is based on the 1997 regulations to the
IDEA. While most of the manual is still accurate and relevant,
practitioners should review the 2004 amendments to the IDEA before
undertaking representation.