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Child Abuse: Appearing in Court

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 February 2024

Christopher R. Goddard
Christopher R. Goddard*
Affiliation:
Department of Social Work, Monash University, Clayton, Vic. 3168
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Abstract:

A broader range of health and welfare workers are now expected to appear in court in child abuse and neglect cases. This article examines some of the reasons for tensions between lawyers and welfare workers. The paper is written to assist workers in preparing for court, and includes guidance on writing reports and dealing with cross-examination.

Type
Research Article
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Children Australia , Volume 12 , Issue 4 , 1987 , pp. 8 - 10
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1988

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