Resources and Publications
By audience:
Resources for Instructors
Alcohol and Tobacco
- Underage Drinking and Driving Prevention, Traffic Safety Marketing, Dept of Transportation
- Stop Underage Drinking
- Parenting to Prevent Childhood Alcohol Use (PDF)
- The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Prevent and Reduce Underage Drinking, 2007 (PDF)
- Virginia Alcohol Laws & Parental Responsibility, Virginia Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (PDF)
- Youth Tobacco Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Bullying
- Bullying Prevention, National Crime Prevention Council
- Cyberbullying Research Center
- Girl's Health
- StopBullying.gov
- Teaching Tolerance
Child Labor Laws
- Frequently Asked Questions: Child Labor Law
- US Department of Labor
- Virginia Department of Labor and Industry
- Virginia Youth Work Permits
- Youth Rules
Civil Law
- Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia, Consumer Protection
- Small Claims Court Procedures (PDF)
Courtrooms in Virginia
- Virginia's Judicial System
- Virginia Courts in Brief, Supreme Court of Virginia (PDF)
- The Answer Book for Jury Service, Supreme Court of Virginia (PDF)
Crime Prevention and Teens
Crimes Against Persons
Criminal Law
- Constitutional Rights Foundation,
Criminal Justice in America
- Crime in Virginia, by Year
- National Criminal Justice Reference Services, Crime
- U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Statistics, Criminal Sentencing
Driving
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Drinking and Driving Information
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Driver Education Requirements
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Teen Drivers Information
- Virginia Parent/Teen Driving Guide (PDF)
Drugs -- Overview
- Partnership for Drug-Free America: Parent Information
- Teens, Drugs & Violence: A Special Report (PDF)
Drugs -- Prescription
Gangs
- Best Practices to Address Community Gang Problems – OJJDP’s Comprehensive Gang Model (PDF)
- DOJ/COPS Gangs Toolkit
- Gang Prevention: An Overview of Research and Programs (PDF)
- Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program
- Highlights of 2011 National Youth Gang Survey (PDF)
- National Gang Center
- Straight Talk About Youth Gangs: Facts for Educators (PDF)
Judicial System in Virginia
- General District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- Virginia's Judicial System
- The Circuit Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
Juvenile Justice in Virginia
- The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- Virginia Supreme Court
- Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice
Introduction to Laws in Virginia
Law-Related Education
- American Bar Association,
Division for Public Education
- Constitutional Rights Foundation
- Essentials of Law-Related Education: A Guide for Practitioners and Policymakers (PDF)
- National Center for State Courts
- Street Law, Inc.
Legal Rights of Juveniles
Parent, Child, and Family Relationships
- Child Abuse & Foster Care Prevention
- Child Trends
- Prevent Child Abuse Virginia
- Supreme Court of Virginia, J & DR District Courts
- Virginia Department of Social Services,
Information on Child Protective Services, and on Adoption and Foster Care
Property Crimes
- Fraud and Identity Theft, National Crime Prevention Council
- Graffiti Hurts
- Graffiti Prevention: Best Practices for Communities
- Juvenile Victims of Property Crimes (PDF)
- National Criminal Justice Reference Service, Property Crime
Student Responsibilities
- A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Student Discipline Policies and Practices in Virginia Schools (PDF)
- Student Conduct Policy Guidelines, 2015 Update (PDF)
- Virginia Department of Education, Student and School Support
Technology
- Cybersafe Girls, National Crime Prevention Council
- NetSmartz Workshop
- Parents’ Guide to Social Networking Websites
- TeensHealth – Online Safety
- Tips for Parents to Keep Kids Safe Online
- Wired Safety
Victims’ Rights
- A Summary of Virginia’s Victim and Witness Rights Act (PDF)
- Crime Victim and Witness Rights Card (PDF)
- National Center for Victims of Crime
- Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia, Victim Notification Program
- Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, Victims Services
- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs
- Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance
- Victim Rights Law Center
Violence
- Involving Youth in Violence Prevention
- National Crime Prevention Council, Violent Crime and Personal Safety
- National Crime Prevention Council, Involving Teens in Violence Prevention
- National Criminal Justice Reference Service, Violent Crime
- Teaching Teens to Prevent Dating Violence
- Teens, Drugs & Violence: A Special Report (PDF)
Resources for Parents
Alcohol and Tobacco
- Make a Difference: Talk to Your Child About Alcohol,
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
- Preventing Underage Drinking and Substance Abuse (PDF)
- Start Talking Before They Start Drinking: A Family Guide,
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (PDF)
- To Prevent and Reduce Underage Drinking: A Guide to Action for Families (PDF)
- Virginia Alcohol Laws and Parental Responsibility (PDF)
- You(th) and Tobacco: What Parents Should Know
- Youth Tobacco Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Bullying
- StopBullying.gov
- National Crime Prevention Council, Bullying: What Parents Can Do
- Cyberbullying Research Center
- Teaching Tolerance
Child Labor Laws
Civil Law
- Small Claims Court Procedures (PDF)
- Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia, Consumer Protection
Courtrooms in Virginia
Crime Prevention and Teens
- National Crime Prevention Council
- Neighborhood Safety Tips for Parents
- Teens, Crime and Community
- Teen Victims of Crime, National Crime Prevention Council
Crimes Against Persons
- Calling All Hotheads: Tips for Keeping Cool in an Angry World (PDF)
- National Crime Prevention Council
- Violent Crime and Personal Safety
Criminal Law
- Constitutional Rights Foundation,
Criminal Justice in America
- Crime in Virginia, by Year
- National Criminal Justice Reference Services, Crime
Driving
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Drinking and Driving Information
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles,
Driver Education Requirements
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles,
Teen Drivers Information
- Virginia Parent/Teen Driving Guide (PDF)
Drugs -- Overview
- Keeping Your Teens Drug-Free: A Family Guide
- Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, Guides and Resources
- Partnership for Drug-Free America: Parent Information
- Teens, Drugs & Violence: A Special Report (PDF)
Drugs -- Prescription
Gangs
Judicial System in Virginia
- General District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- The Circuit Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- Virginia's Judicial System
Juvenile Justice in Virginia
- The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice
- Virginia's Judicial System
- Virginia’s Juvenile Justice System, Presentation, October 2008 (PDF)
Introduction to Laws in Virginia
Legal Rights of Juveniles
Parent, Child, and Family Relationships
- Child Abuse & Foster Care Prevention
- Child Trends
- Prevent Child Abuse Virginia
- Supreme Court of Virginia, J & DR District Courts
- Virginia Department of Social Services,
Information on Child Protective Services, and on Adoption and Foster Care
Property Crimes
- Fraud and Identity Theft, National Crime Prevention Council
- Graffiti Hurts
- Graffiti Prevention
- Graffiti Prevention: Best Practices for Communities
- Juvenile Victims of Property Crimes (PDF)
Student Responsibilities
- A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Student Discipline Policies and Practices in Virginia Schools (PDF)
- Virginia Department of Education, Student and School Support
Technology
- Cybersafe Girls, National Crime Prevention Council
- NetSmartz Workshop
- Parents’ Guide to Social Networking Website
- TeensHealth – Online Safety
- Tips for Parents to Keep Kids Safe Online
- Wired Safety
Victims’ Rights
- A Summary of Virginia’s Victim and Witness Rights Act (PDF)
- Crime Victim and Witness Rights Card (PDF)
- National Center for Victims of Crime
- Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia, Victim Notification Program
- Victim Rights Law Center
- Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, Victims Services
- Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance
Violence
- Involving Youth in Violence Prevention
- National Crime Prevention Council, Involving Teens in Violence Prevention
- National Crime Prevention Council, Violent Crime and Personal Safety
- Teaching Teens to Prevent Dating Violence
Resources for Students
Alcohol and Tobacco
- Just the Facts: Drinking and Driving Prevention, Virginia Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (PDF)
- Life of the Party: Responsible Hosting in Virginia, Virginia Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (PDF)
- Stop Underage Drinking, Youth Information
- The Cool Spot
- Underage Drinking: Myths vs. Facts (PDF)
- YADAPP, Youth Alcohol & Drug Abuse Prevention, Virginia Department of Alcohol Beverage Control
- You(th) and Tobacco: What You(th) Should Know about Tobacco
Bullying
- Bulletins for Teens: Bullying and Harassment
- Cyberbullying Research Center
- National Organizations for Youth Safety
- StopBullying.gov
Child Labor Laws
Civil Law
- Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia, Consumer Protection
- Small Claims Court Procedures (PDF)
- Teens: Protect Your Identity From Thieves (PDF)
Courtrooms in Virginia
Crime Prevention and Teens
- National Crime Prevention Council, Information for Teens
- Teens, Crime and Community
- Teen Victims of Crime, National Crime Prevention Council
Crimes Against Persons
Criminal Law
- Constitutional Rights Foundation,
Criminal Justice in America
- Crime in Virginia, by Year
- National Criminal Justice Reference Services, Crime
Driving
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles,
Driver Education Requirements
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Teen Drivers Information
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Drinking and Driving Information
- Virginia Parent/Teen Driving Guide (PDF)
Drugs -- Overview
Drugs -- Prescription
- Medicine Abuse Project
- PeerX: Teen Prespcription Drug Abuse Prevention
- SAMHSA Prescription Drug Misuse and Abuse
Gangs
- Best Practices to Address Community Gang Problems – OJJDP’s Comprehensive Gang Model (PDF)
- Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program
- National Gang Center
- NCPC Girls in Gangs (PDF)
Judicial System in Virginia
- General District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- The Circuit Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- Virginia Supreme Court
Juvenile Justice in Virginia
- The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Informational Pamphlet (PDF)
- Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice
- Virginia Supreme Court
Introduction to Laws in Virginia
Legal Rights of Juveniles
Parent, Child, and Family Relationships
- Child Abuse & Foster Care Prevention
- Prevent Child Abuse Virginia
- Supreme Court of Virginia, J & DR District Courts
- Virginia Department of Social Services,
Information on Child Protective Services, and on Adoption and Foster Care
Property Crimes
- A Teenager’s Guide to Protecting Portable Property, National Crime Prevention Council
- Juvenile Victims of Property Crimes (PDF)
- National Crime Prevention Council
- National Center for Victims of Crime
- Shoplifting,
National Crime Prevention Council (PDF)
Technology
- National Crime Prevention Council, Internet Safety
- NetSmartz Workshop
- Teens Health: Online Safety
- Wired Safety
Victims’ Rights
- A Summary of Virginia’s Victim and Witness Rights Act (PDF)
- Crime Victim and Witness Rights Card (PDF)
- National Center for Victims of Crime
- Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia, Victim Notification Program
- Victim Rights Law Center
Violence
- A Dozen Things Students Can Do to Stop School Violence (PDF)
- Calling All Hotheads: Tips for Keeping Cool in an Angry World (PDF)
- National Crime Prevention Council, Violent Crime and Personal Safety
- Teen Dating Violence (PDF)
