Name: Unruly and Truancy Implications and Processes in Court
Start: 2026-08-26T10:00:00-0700
End: 2026-08-26T11:30:00-0700

Unruly and Truancy Implications and Processes in Court

Wednesday August 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am PDT

Embassy Suites- Cambridge B

This presentation examines the legal implications and court processes related to unruly and truancy petitions, equipping attorneys to advocate more effectively for youth clients. Participants will develop a foundational understanding of how chronic absenteeism is defined, tracked, and referred to court, as well as the underlying factors that contribute to it, including mental health challenges, disability, bullying, and family socioeconomic status. Participants will also gain practical strategies to identify and address the root causes of truancy, navigate court processes, and support youth through effective collaboration with schools, families, and service providers.

Speakers

Beth Cruz

Beth Cruz serves as Assistant Dean and Judge Martha Craig Daughtrey Director of Public Interest at Vanderbilt Law School. She provides leadership, institutional support, and specialized advising for students as they develop high-impact careers in public interest law. Her office... Read More →

Bri Crawford

Bri Crawford is the 2025 Equal Justice Works Text-to-Give Fellow at the Youth Law Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Her fellowship project addresses the unmet legal needs of racially marginalized children and youth with disabilities in Tennessee who are involved in the child welfare... Read More →

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Wednesday August 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
Embassy Suites- Cambridge B

Equal Justice University 2026

Beth Cruz

Bri Crawford

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Equal Justice University 2026

Beth Cruz

Bri Crawford

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