Teenager's Guide to the Law by Gabrielle Jan Posner
This book is designed to be a handy reference guide for those aged between 12 and 18. It sets out,in language that can easily be understood, the different aspects of the law that may affect teenagers in their daily lives, and how they can go about enforcing their rights. The book is in four parts, the first dealing with the main areas of law affecting young people, such as abortion and contraception, alcohol, crime, education, state benefits and leaving home. The second part contains a table of minimum ages, setting out what the law says young people can and cannot do. Part three suggests where they might go for information and help, providing a list of useful addresses and telephone numbers. The fourth part suggests ways in which teenagers can make the law work for them, giving tips on things they can do to protect their position.
Gabrielle Jan Posner, LLB, LLM, has been practising as a barrister for 11 years, specialising in family law. She is a regular contributor to 'Family Law' and acts as a legal adviser to Domestic and general Insurance Co Ltd. She has many years of experience as a volunteer at the Battersea Neighbourhood Aid Centre and currently does voluntary work for Release.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781874241003 |
| ISBN 10 | 1874241007 |
| Title | Teenager's Guide to the Law |
| Author | Gabrielle Jan Posner |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 1995-06-30 |
| Number of pages | 365 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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