The focus of the course is on the interface between psychology and the legal system as apparent in conflicts heard in family court. Coverage will include the following topics: psychological and legal terms and concepts relevant to family court and psychology; the history and development of the family and juvenile court system; child abuse and neglect; domestic violence; juvenile delinquency; juvenile transfer to adult court; juvenile interrogation; child custody and child placement relevant to divorce, foster care, and parental rights termination. Biological, social and cultural factors that might influence family court decisions will be examined.