New Jersey § 2a:34-12
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:34-12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:34-12.
a. There is hereby established a mandatory education program to be known as the “Parents'
Education Program.” b. The program shall be designed to assist and advise divorced parents on issues concerning
divorce, separation and custody. The program shall be made available twice a month. The program shall be administered by the Administrative Office of the Courts. The Assignment Judge shall appoint appropriate staff to act as a program representative
or representatives, as necessary, for each county. c. The purpose of the program shall be to promote cooperation between the parties
and to assist parents in resolving issues which may arise during the divorce or separation
process, including, but not limited to: (1) Understanding the legal process and cost of divorce or separation, including arbitration
and mediation; (2) Understanding the financial responsibilities for the children; (3) Understanding the interaction between parent and child, the family relationship
and any other areas of adjustment and concern during the process of divorce or separation; (4) Understanding how children react to divorce or separation, how to spot problems,
what to tell them about divorce or separation, how to keep communication open and
how to answer questions and concerns the children may have about the process; (5) Understanding how parents can help their children during the divorce or separation,
specific strategies, ideas, tools, and resources for assistance; (6) Understanding how parents can help children after the divorce or separation and
how to deal with new family structures and different sets of rules; and (7) Understanding that cooperation may sometimes be inappropriate in cases of domestic
violence.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:34-12
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:34-12 cover?
Section 2a:34-12 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 2a:34-12 apply to my situation?
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