Preparing Children for Court - Lynn M. Copen

Preparing Children for Court and its accompanying workbooks will aid social workers, court educators, victim/witness specialists, law enforcement, therapists, and attorneys help children enter the justice system, understand the necessary elements of court rules and structure, and feel confident enough to testify truthfully.

This brief-easy-to-understand book explains what happens when a child discloses abuse and how various systems may respond to this disclosure, from investigation through prosecution or juvenile court involvement to therapy.

A fun, friendly first step in helping prepare primary-aged children to testify in criminal cases involving abuse.

This child-friendly book is a first step in helping prepare primary aged children to testify in civil cases involving abuse.