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Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Exam/31 Answered Questions
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Mandatory Reporting of ChildAbuse Exam/31 Answered
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Who must make a report of child abuse or neglect? - -Any person, agency,
organization, or entity with direct knowledge of child abuse or neglect must
make a report to the DFS Child Abuse and Neglect Report Line. Failure to do
so could result in both civil and criminal penalties.
When you have reasonable suspicion of child abuse, neglect, or dependency,
it is your responsibility to call the DFS Report Line. Mandatory reporters must
not rely on an individual with less direct knowledge to make a report.
If two or more people have joint knowledge of an allegation, a joint report
may be made by one person with direct knowledge, but it must include the
names of everyone who has knowledge of the alleged abuse or neglect.
-How do I report child abuse & neglect? - -All known or suspected cases of
child abuse or neglect must be reported to the Division of Family Services
(DFS) Child Abuse and Neglect Report Line at 1-800-292-9582. Or make a
report online at Iseethesigns.org.
*Online reporting is not available for all types of reports.
-Can I be held liable for making a report about child abuse and neglect? - -
As long as you make a report of child abuse or neglect in good faith you will
have immunity from any liability, civil or criminal.
(16 Del. C. § 908)
-If my report is accepted for investigation, how soon can I expect DFS to
respond? - -DFS responds according to the priority level given to each
investigation case.
- Priority One- Within 24 hours
- Priority Two- Within 72 hours
- Priority Three- Within 10 days
For additional DFS policy information go to:
http://kids.delaware.gov/policies/dfs/sdms-for-cps-policy-and-procedures-
manual.pdf
-Can information about a DFS investigation be shared? - -In general, DFS
will share information only when there is a signed release of information
, (informed, time limited consent). However, DFS, law enforcement, the
Children's Advocacy Center, Department of Justice, and the Office of the
Investigation Coordinator exchange information on families and children
when this information is needed to assist an investigation involving a shared
client.
-What is the difference between physical abuse and accidental injury? - -
Keep the following in mind when determining if an injury is accidental:
- Cuts and bruises caused from accidents normally occur in bony areas of the
body.
- Reoccurring injuries likely indicate abuse.
- If a series of injuries appear in a pattern or resemble an object, the injury
may have been inflicted.
- If the child's or caregiver's explanation for the injury is inconsistent with the
facts, the injury would be suspect.
- Suspect abuse if there was a delay in seeking medical attention.
-What is considered "normal" vs. abusive sexual behavior in children? - -
Childhood sexual behavior is common and varies based on
age/developmental level. However, you should be concerned with childhood
sexual behavior that:
- Is clearly beyond the child's developmental stage (a three-year-old
attempting to kiss an adult's genitals).
- Involves threats, force, or aggression.
- Involves children of widely different ages or abilities (an 11-year-old
"playing doctor" with a four-year-old).
All of these cases should be reported to the DFS Child Abuse and Neglect
Report Line.
-At what age can a child be left alone? - -Delaware law does not specify an
age when a child may be left alone. However, for any aged child, DFS
considers factors such as the child's level of functioning, maturity, physical
and mental health, disabilities, length of time left alone, and the time of day.
-Should I call the Child Abuse and Neglect Report Line to report a child that
is in crisis? - -If you become aware of a child in crisis (i.e. threats of suicide
or harm to another person) a report should be made to DPBHS 24-Hour
Mobile Response and Stabilization Services at 1-800-969-HELP (4357). This
will ensure that the child is connected to the appropriate services
immediately.
For actual suicide attempts or direct harm/serious injury to self or others, call
911 immediately.
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