Four Key Criteria for a Child Abuse or Neglect Report

1. The alleged victim is under the age of 18.

2. The alleged perpetrator is any individual residing in the child's home, any person

responsible for the child's welfare, or anyone who came to know the child through a

position of trust.

3. A specific incident or specific set of circumstances raises suspicion that a child has been

abused or neglected.

4. The child was harmed or is at substantial risk of physical or sexual injury
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