The forensic interview of a child is a critical element of a child custody evaluation. Evaluators can also be appointed to interview a child and relay the child’s statements during testimony at a hearing or trial. Read more
When Governor Gavin Newsom issued the nation’s first stay-at-home order in response to the coronavirus pandemic, he relaxed some Brown Act provisions, but remained silent as to the Public Records Act. Read more
We’ll be hosting a roundtable discussion on pain points within the PRA, strategies for addressing these pain points, and whether there is a path to legislative fixes. Read more
Let’s take a look at how public agencies are faring in response to requests for public records in the possession of law enforcement agencies. Read more
Participants in this session will hear from records professionals from across the country who work in public agencies and are willing to share their best practices and innovations. Read more
Participants will learn how to comply with requests and produce records, including edited or deleted posts and comments, and how best to archive these records in accordance with current laws. Read more
After the Fowler case earlier this year, there are new rules and expectations about how to provide adequate notice for closed sessions. In this session, participants will learn the practical application to Fowler, while also getting a general update on The Brown Act and The Bagley-Keene Act. Read more
This session will explore best practices for public agencies conducting public meetings and closed sessions during the current state of emergency, including the safer-at-home orders. Read more
Our speakers will discuss the U.S. privacy and compliance issues of employers and employees during the current COVID-19 global health emergency. Read more