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. Intended for children 9-18, this book is written in a supportive tone and helps children to understand what abuse is, the steps that are taken to protect the child, the process of prosecuting the abuser, and the child's own feeling and healing process. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction What Is Abuse? Telling What Happened Filing Charges Preliminary Hearing or Grand Jury Chips/Protection and Services Types of Lawyers The Criminal Trial Sentencing Your Feelings Healing Resource People
