When should you call CPS?
The law says a child or young person is at risk of significant harm ( ROSH ) if there are current concerns for their safety, welfare or wellbeing because of one or more of the following: if their basic needs are not met — for example, they don’t have enough food or clothing, or don’t have a safe or secure place to live.
What is considered child neglect in Indiana?
Indiana law § 35-46-1-4 considers a person to have neglected a dependent under the age of 17 if they knowingly or intentionally put the dependent in a situation that endangers the child’s life, abandons or cruelly confines the dependent, or deprives the dependent of an education as prescribed by the law.
What are DCS locations?
DCS National Office Locations
- ALABAMA. 310 Bridge Street, Suite 320, Huntsville, AL 35806.
- CALIFORNIA. 137 W. Drummond Avenue Ridgecrest, CA 93555.
- FLORIDA. 109 Bailey Drive, Niceville, FL 32578.
- MARYLAND. 46641 Corporate Drive Lexington Park, MD 20653.
- MASSACHUSETTS. 295 Foster Street, Suite 120, Littleton, MA 01460.
What can’t CPS do in Indiana?
CPS cannot enter your home without your permission. Although CPS can show up to your home without notice, they cannot enter without your consent. Unless CPS has a court order, or they believe your child is in immediate danger, they can’t enter your home unless you say it’s okay.
How do I find out who called CPS on me?
CPS reports are confidential and there is no legal way to find out who made the complaint.
How long does CPS have to investigate a case in Indiana?
In most instances, Child Protective Services has approximately 45 days to investigate reports of neglect, dependency and abuse. If the investigation takes longer than 45 days the agency must promptly notify the family about the extension.
How do I file a DCS report?
A report can be made to the DCS Statewide Toll-Free Child Abuse Hotline at 1-888-767-2445, (1-888-SOS-CHILD) or law enforcement office. When reporting, the following information if known will be requested: name, age, and gender of child and other family members. address, phone numbers, and/or directions to child’s home.
Does CPS show up unannounced?
Many times CPS investigators show up unannounced. If the CPS worker does not have a warrant, they will likely leave and ask you and your attorney to schedule a time to be interviewed.