Youth protection law in Austria presented in a scientific and comprehensible manner. The 2nd edition of the handbook offers the only comprehensive scientific examination of the legal subject of youth protection in Austria. Content and benefits: The youth protection laws of the federal states are thoroughly compared and analyzed. The existing legal situation is critically examined, and reform proposals for the legal future are presented. Furthermore, the work contributes to education and awareness-raising around the topic of youth protection. Target audience and application area: The work is aimed not only at legal professionals but also at anyone who encounters questions of youth protection law in their professional or private life or wishes to engage with the topic more closely. It provides comprehensive youth protection legal information in a clear and understandable manner, serving as a valuable guide and support in resolving specific legal questions. Thus, it is a well-founded resource for anyone dealing with youth protection law in Austria.