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Civil Law Basics
Crimes Against Persons
Alcohol and Tobacco
Criminal Law Basics
Dating Violence
Drugs – Overview
Family Relationships and the Law
Gangs
Give it, Get it: Trust and Respect between Teens and Law Enforcement
Opioids
Introduction to a Virginia Courtroom
Introduction to Laws in Virginia
Introduction to Virginia’s Judicial System
Keeping Your Driver’s License
Legal Rights of Juveniles
Prescription Drugs
Property Crimes
Shoplifting
Student Responsibilities
Technology and You
Teens and Crime Prevention
Teens and Violence
Victims’ Rights
Bullying
What is Bullying (the basics)
This video goes through the tough subject of bullying with some basic information to help kids identify it, how to avoid it, and breaks down the difference between conflict and bullying.
(3:46, Rocket Kids)
Samantha’s Choice
This video, produced by the National Crime Prevention Council, explores the signs of bullying and what can be done to address instances of bullying.
(5:01, National Crime Prevention Council)
Cyberbullying
This video defines cyberbullying and explores the types and victims of it. Additionally, the video offers suggestions of what can be done if someone is being cyberbullied. (2:03, ESETs)
Civil Law Basics
What is a Tort?
This video defines and explains what a tort is and provides examples of offenses under tort law. (0:50, Law Info)
What is Torts? And what Torts is not.
This video gives a more expansive definition of torts, offering examples and distinctions. (10:20, Center for Innovation in Legal Education)
What is Defamation?
This video defines defamation and explains what elements need to be met to proceed with a suit. It goes into the implications of defamation and how to defend against it. (6:13, Learn Law Better)
What is [sic] Defamation, Slander, & Libel?
This video gives a more detailed explanation of defamation, as well as libel and slander. (8:11, Think Legalese)
What is a Contract?
This video explains what a contract is and offers a number of examples of contracts in everyday life. It also highlights the aspects of a contract and who can generally establish a contract. (5:11, Harvard X)
What are Express and Implied Contracts?
This video highlights the distinction between expressed and implied contracts, and discusses the types of implied contracts. (3:11, US Law Essentials)
Alcohol and Tobacco
What is the penalty for someone under 21 possessing or purchasing alcohol?
This video highlights the legal ramifications of under-age alcohol purchasing, possession, and consumption. It also stresses the legal consequences of driving under the influence.
(2:24, Virginia State Bar)
Dating Violence
The Signs
This video shows some of the most common signs of dating violence in relationships. *Note: The helpline number shown at the end is a New York number. Virginia residents call the police if they are in imminent danger, or call the Virginia Family Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-838-8238.
(3:49, LI Against Domestic Violence)
Understanding Teen Dating Violence
Dr. Peggy Giordano discusses her research on what characterizes teen dating violence and how conflict over key areas within a relationship can increase the risk of violence.
(6:21, National Institute of Justice)
Drugs – Overview
What’s in that synthetic drug? An unknown grab-bag of toxic chemicals (Spice)
This video goes through the synthetic drug’s history and its devastating effects. It stresses the changes in the drug’s composition and the demographics using it. *This video is a good overview of the drug and its history, but does not reference Virginia laws.
(7:42, PBS News Hour)
theTRUTH: About Bath Salts
This video explains why, even among illegal drugs, Bath Salts are high on the danger scale.
(1:50, UPROXX)
Family Relationships and the Law
Child Abuse and Neglect
This video highlights the types and signs of child abuse and neglect, and discusses reporting suspected abuse. (15:01, Pro First Aid)
The value of CASA
This video highlights the importance of CASA in making a difference in a child’s life when going through the foster care system.
(1:18, The National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association)
Gangs
Why do kids join gangs?
This video focuses on why people join gangs and the difficulties they face.
(11:35, KCTS9)
Youth and Gangs: Exit Strategies
This video explores the types of people who can be recruited by gangs, the implications of membership, and strategies for getting out. *Note: video has some explicit language.
(13:35 by Justice Education Society)
How gang violence affects mental health
This video highlights the often unseen mental health impacts of gang violence on individuals who witness the violence.
(12:26, BBC News)
Give it, Get it: Trust and Respect between Teens and Law Enforcement
Traffic Stops
Ever wonder what to do if you get pulled over? The video from the Fairfax County Police Department shares tips on what to expect during the stop, because everyone’s safety is our primary goal.(5:17, Fairfax County Police Department )
Opioids
One Pill Can Kill Public Safety Alert and Awareness Campaign
Drug Enforcement Agency video
Public Safety Alert and Awareness Campaign PSA
(0:33, DEA)
One Pill Can Kill
Attorney General Jason Miyares talks about the importance of talking about the dangers of drugs. (0:30, Office of the Attorney General)
Introduction to Juvenile Justice in Virginia
What is the Juvenile Justice System?
This video, produced by a Central Pennsylvania TV station, gives an overview of how the juvenile justice system works. (7:57, WITF)
What is Adjudication?
This video gives a brief definition of the term and its implications for juveniles. See “What is the Juvenile Justice System?” above for more information. (0:33, Get Legal TV)
Introduction to Laws in Virginia
The Rule of Law
This video offers a universal definition and description of the “rule of law” as encountered by ordinary citizens. It focuses on the message of accountability, equality, and justice. (2:20, the United States Institute of Peace)
The Bill of Rights
This video outlines the freedoms that citizens have and how the federal and state governments cannot abridge them. (2:01, US Law Essentials)
The Bill of Rights
This video highlights the freedoms that protect citizens.It also focuses on why the Bill of Rights was not included in the original U.S. Constitution. (4:32 TED-Ed)
Where do laws come from?
This video breaks down the sources of law and explains how laws affect ordinary people, businesses, and the federal and state governments. (7:39, Law Shelf Educational Media)
Introduction to Virginia’s Judicial System
What Does a Magistrate Do?
This video provides an example of a magistrate’s duties and responsibilities with an in-depth look at the what a magistrate does in Arlington County, Virginia. (5:35, Arlington TV)
What are Grand Juries?
This video goes over what grand juries are and their responsibilities. It begins with a real example of homicide case where a grand jury issued significant indictments. (2:50, Now This World)
How Does Someone Become a Judge?
This video gives a brief overview of the requirements for being a judge.
Instructors: Be sure to mention that Virginia District and Circuit Courts judges are elected by a majority vote of each chamber of the General Assembly and that they serve six-year and eight-year terms, respectively. (1:14, CNN)
Keeping Your Driver’s License
Work Zone Safety
Work zones can be dangerous for workers and drivers. This video offers info and safety tips. (2:40, DriveSmart VA)
Safe Driving Around Bicyclists
This video gives tips to help drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians coexist safely on the roads. (2:56, Farm Bureau Insurance)
Legal Rights of Juveniles
What is a Hate Crime?
This video discusses what constitutes a hate crime.(1:03, CNN)
Hate Crimes Versus Vandalism
This video describe the elements of motive and intent in hate crimes, especially when vandalism is involved. (0:56, CNN)
Theft [Personal Property] Crimes
This video discusses the different origins and types of property crimes.(8:14, LawShelf.com)
Trespassing on Private Property
This video highlights the meaning of trespassing on private property. (0:42, Law Info)
Technology and You
The dark side of social media posts
The video highlights the possible risks associated with posting a seemingly harmless photo online, and offers strategies for protecting your location.
(2:26, CNBC)
Potential Dangers of Posting Pictures Online
The video highlights the risks associated with posting a seemingly harmless photo online, and offers strategies for protecting your location.
(2:26, CNBC)
Dangers of Sexting: What Teens Need to Know
This video highlights the dangers and implications of sexting. (1:13, Human Relations Media)
Teen Sexting: A Look at the Trend
This video highlights the dangers and implications of sexting. (1:13, Human Relations Media)
Teens and Crime Prevention
Crime Prevention: Protecting Yourself
This video, created by the Fredericksburg Police, offers a number of helpful tips to preventing crime. The tips presented in the video are applicable to all demographics and all ages. (1:56, Fredericksburg Police Department)
Live Safer. Be Smarter.
This video points out that young people can be the targets of crime, and offers crime prevention techniques and resources. (1:56 Fredericksburg Police Department)
Teens and Violence
Explained: 1st degree murder, 2nd degree murder, and manslaughter
This video defines both murder and manslaughter and how they are differentiated.
(5:54, Jay Milbrandt Law)
Victims’ Rights
Toolkit Tutorial: Victim Impact Statements
This video provides an introduction to Victim Impact Statements with the goal of introducing both victims and practitioners to basic information and general tips relating to this important topic
(13:29, National Crime Victim Law Institute)
What is sexual violence?
This video defines sexual violence, provides some of the statistics on the topic and discusses how the community can address it.
(1:31, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Let’s Talk About Sexual Assault on College Campuses
This video, though geared towards rising college freshmen, takes a thoughtful look at sexual assault and how to prevent it.
(3:12, Futures without Violence)
