This document contains a poster and two page briefing about children and families affected by parental offending and how NICCO can assist courts professionals to support them.
The briefing summarises some of the key outcomes and experiences for these families, and highlights the benefits of professionals working within courts having an awareness of these issues and the ability to provide support or information to the children and families of the defendants attending court. The importance of informed and sensitive court staff is emphasised, and the current policy and research context is summarised. The briefing also highlights how NICCO can assist court professionals to provide support and information to children and families of defendants. The poster and briefing include direct quotes from families and examples of practice.
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