Regular attendance is required.
Class participation is expected. The instructor reserves the right to adjust final grades to reflect class participation. Mastery of basic common law and statutory concepts as they relate to juveniles, especially the allocation of decision making authority among the child, the family and the state. Please note that delinquency and status offenses are not covered in this course. All make-ups are arranged through the office of the Associate Dean in accordance with the policies stated in the College of Law Bulletin.