State Bar marks 20th year of Kids and the Law guide Wednesday, April 20, 2016 Categories: News Releases Contact: Laura Ernde 415-538-2283 barcomm@calbar.ca.gov SAN FRANCISCO, April 20, 2016 — The State Bar of California has released an updated version of “Kids & the Law: An Z-to-Z Guide for Parents,” marking the 20th year the popular free consumer guides have been distributed to the public. Produced by the bar’s Office of Communications, the 16-page glossy guide is printed in English and Spanish with the help of a grant from the California Bar Foundation. The guide is available for ordering online, along with the companion publications “Seniors & the Law: A Guide for Maturing Californians,” and “When You Turn 18: A Survival Guide for Teenagers.” “As part of its mission of public protection, the State Bar tries to educate various groups of consumers about their legal rights. Schools, nonprofit organizations and individuals find these guides to be a trusted and indispensable resource,” State Bar President David Pasternak said. “Kids and the Law” was first published in 1996 after a State Bar survey revealed that many kids were unclear about certain laws and the consequences for breaking them. It has been regularly updated over the years. The 2016 edition incorporates changes in the law since 2013, including increases to the minimum wage recently approved in California. Those who do not have access to the Internet may call 1-888-875-LAWS to order. Although the guides are free, donations are gladly accepted to help cover shipping costs. Checks may be mailed to the State Bar of California, Office of Communications – Consumer Education Donations, 180 Howard St., San Francisco, CA 94105. Previous Article Next Article