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• Teen Parent Rights When DHS Investigates

  Fact sheet from the Youth Justice Project proving information to teen parents who might be under investigation by the Department of Human Services concerning allegations of child abuse or neglect. Content Detail

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  Youth Justice Project

• Teen Parents in Care

  Fact sheet from the Youth Justice Project providing information for teen parents in care, who are young mothers and fathers who are placed by the Department of Human Services in foster care, a mother/baby placement, or other placement. Content Detail

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  Youth Justice Project

• Victim Service Programs

  If you are a victim of crime or have been affected by a crime, you may receive help from an advocate from a Victim Service Program. The following link provides information on local programs that offer help. Read More

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  Pennsylvania Office of Victim Services

• Westmoreland County: PFA (Protection from Abuse) and PSVI (Protection of Victims of Sexual Violence or Intimidation) Orders

  Information about Protection From Abuse and Protection of Victims of Sexual Violence or Intimidation Laws and the the process for getting a protective order in Westmoreland County. Content Detail

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  Westmoreland County Court of Common Pleas

• What is a Protection From Abuse Order (Video)

  This video describes what a Protection From Abuse (PFA) order is and how it can protect you and other family members. Read More

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  Laurel Legal Services, Inc.

• York County Protection From Abuse Information Center

  This site is designed to inform victims of abuse in York County of their rights under the Protection From Abuse Act. Read More

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  York County Court

• Young Adult Resource Guide - Youth Law Project

  Guide to services available to Youth in Philadelphia including: Child Care & Early Learning • Domestic Violence • Drop-In Centers • Drug & Alcohol Treatment • Education/ Career • Family Planning/Reproductive Health • Food Resources • General Health Services • Housing/ Shelter • Legal Services • Mental Health Services • Parenting Education • Teen Parent Resources • Other Resources Content Detail

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  Youth Justice Project