LAWU-280 Domestic Violence, Abuse and Neglect
An opportunity to learn the history of domestic violence including battering, child abuse and child neglect, and the legal response to it. Focus will be on Massachusetts Law and its response, especially the Abuse Prevention Act, its application and enforcement, and on laws protecting children from abuse and neglect. Filings, law office issues and special issues in dealing with battered women and abused and neglected children will be included with the psychological issues, cultural issues, and advocacy possibilities. Normally offered yearly. Sophomore status required.
Prerequisite
Student has satisfied all of the following Student has completed or is in process of completing 24 Credits Or Student has satisfied all of the following Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci Paralegal Certificate