Citation

Bulkley J. Behav. Sci. Law 1988; 6(2): 153-180.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1988, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1002/bsl.2370060203

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Criminal and civil proceedings are outlined for cases of intrafamilial child abuse. Statutory reforms and court decisions in the area of sex abuse are reviewed, citing their potential beneficial and harmful effects on both offenders and victims. Finally, the roles of children and mental health experts in court proceedings are discussed.

Language: en