Category Archives: Child Legal Representative
What Are Parents’ Rights in Public School Expulsion Cases?
Young people in Colorado have the right to attend public school. When a student is accused of engaging in misbehavior on or off school grounds, there are various disciplinary measures available to the district under state law. The most severe sanction a school system can issue is expulsion. Statutory grounds to expel a student include… Read More »
Child Protection Services in Colorado
Parents and other family members are responsible for the well-being of children, but there situations where additional assistance might be required to ensure that a young person is safe. The State of Colorado provides several resources and remedies to address potential threats to children and families. These services aim to prevent harm, intervene when necessary,… Read More »
Understanding the Role of Colorado Child Legal Representatives
In Colorado, as in other states, family courts make decisions about parenting issues based on what is in the children’s best interests. However, Colorado law has a unique provision for achieving this goal. It empowers the family court to appoint a special professional known as a Child Legal Representative to ensure the child’s voice is… Read More »