Putting the Pieces Together: Prosecuting Perpetrators of Incest While Supporting Victims & Families

This1.5 hr webinar recording explores the dynamics of prosecuting perpetrators of incest in a victim and family centered way. Misperceptions about the dynamics of incest can lead to inadequate response by victim service providers and other members of the system. Prosecutors and allied criminal justice professionals can provide crucial support to children and families surviving incest by learning to identify and respond to their unique needs. By the conclusion of this presentation participants will be better able to: Recognize the unique challenges related to the investigation and prosecution of incest cases Overcome potential barriers in the prosecution of incest cases to improve offender accountability Collaborate with advocates to decrease the likelihood retraumatizing child victims during investigation and prosecution