[header] How to claim child neglect [title] Locate the child. [step] Before you report child abuse or neglect to authorities it's important that you know where the child is and that he or she is relatively safe. [substeps] Keep in mind that without a location, authorities will be unable to help the child.
[header] How to claim child neglect [title] Locate the child. [step] Before you report child abuse or neglect to authorities it's important that you know where the child is and that he or she is relatively safe. [substeps] Keep in mind that without a location, authorities will be unable to help the child.
If the child is abandoned or neglected, the child is not allowed to leave the home where he or she was abused. Police conduct a physical exam and then evaluate the child's condition. Even if you don't know where the child lives, you should at least be able to provide details about where the child goes to school. [title] Decide if you want to report anonymously. [title] Get a copy of your restraining order. [step] Children under the age of 18 are not automatically held liable for child abuse and neglect in public settings. However, the law differs between states, so it's a good idea to research the case law to come up with your own. Your state law doesn't dictate the amount of visitation the child needs.