Child Family and State Author:Robert H. Mnookin, D. Kelly Weisberg A landmark casebook in its field, Child, Family, and State: Problems and Materials on Children and the Law, Sixth Edition, presents an outstanding selection of cases and materials that reflect social and historical perspectives, law, and policy. Beloved by many for its rich selection of interdisciplinary material... more »s, Child, Family, and State: Problems and Materials on Children and the Law features:
thought-provoking and comprehensive coverage of children?s rights and the juvenile court system
social and historical perspectives
realistic hypotheticals that clarify the issues
provocative questions in each chapter
flexible organization that adapts to a variety of teaching objectives
Carefully updated throughout, the Sixth Edition includes coverage of:
constitutionality of the federal partial-birth abortion ban
students? First Amendment rights
custody and visitation rights of same-sex parents
support rights of same-sex parents
full, Faith and Credit for adoption decrees for same-sex partners
constitutionality of the death penalty for child rape
uniform legislation on representation of children in abuse and custody proceedings
uniform legislation on parental abduction
From edition to edition, Mnookin and Weisberg continue to offer smart, timely coverage and a wealth of stimulating materials?while maintaining a consistently manageable length« less