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Can parents get in trouble for child abuse if it's reported a few years later?
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First you have to define the type of abuse and if it can at this point in time be substanitated by medical evidence or other acceptable corroboration. In general child abuse/neglect in order to investigated and action taken has to be reported at the time of the incident or reasonable time as pursuant to governing statutes. There are exceptions, for example if it was not discovered until the child/children were living with someone else, such as a legal guardian, non-custodial parent, and so forth, those cases have have a rather short SOL 2 years criminal, 5 years civil. Sexual abuse is also another example, because of the reluctance of children to be forthcoming with such information, those type cases can have an Statute of Limitations for as long as 10 years criminal, 30 years civil. These are generaly guidelines and all are subject to the laws of the state where the alleged abuse occurred.
AnswerTHERE IS a Statute of Limitations for child abuse and other crimes. (The victim has a certain amount of time to report a crime) Crimes of child abuse have many more years to report than they used to. REMEMBER- if you have been abused, your first thing to do is report it. Most kids don't want their parents to get in "trouble" but nothing will change unless you report it. Many times, if an investigation finds the parents were abusive, social agencies are there to help your parents change their behavior. Reporting past abuse may be the best thing you can do for your parents, ESPECIALLY if younger brothers and sisters still live in the house. Find someone you TRUST who can help you contact the right state agencies. Help your parents and yourself before it gets worse. Please report it as soon as possible. It could be the bravest thing you will ever do.
AnswerThere are statute of limitations for child abuse/neglect. It varies from county to county and state to state (and country to country). It also varies on the extent of the abuse/neglect.
Regardless of how long it's been, still report the crime(s). Even if the statute of limitations has expired, having your report on file put the perpetrator on the cops' radar. And if someone else files a report against them, having your report on file will further prove a case against the perpetrator.
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If the school calls a parent for reports of child abuse what do they say?
The school calls social services to report child abuse not the parents. Specially if the child abuse is being done by the parent.
What are emotional signs of child abuse?
Emotional signs of child abuse are sometimes harder to pick up on than physical signs. Lack of trust and fear of adults, feelings of being unworthy and not being able to control emotions and emotional reactions are typical signs of child abuse.
Is there child abuse in Tahiti?
Tahiti is unique in that there is no child abuse whatsoever on the island. Paradoxically, however, there is a phenomena known as "being loved too much". Children who are "loved too much" in Tahiti have reported symptoms such as broken bones, deep bruises, and cigarette burns on their face, arms, and chest.
What word can you use in writing a slogan about child abuse?
What's your excuse for child abuse?
Can a Florida father get in trouble if he doesn't send his 14 year old child home because he doesn't want to go home?
If the father doesn't have legal custody then he can get into a lot of trouble. He must send the child home and try to address the situation through the family court. He should not encourage the child's behavior not try to alienated the child from his mother.If the father doesn't have legal custody then he can get into a lot of trouble. He must send the child home and try to address the situation through the family court. He should not encourage the child's behavior not try to alienated the child from his mother.If the father doesn't have legal custody then he can get into a lot of trouble. He must send the child home and try to address the situation through the family court. He should not encourage the child's behavior not try to alienated the child from his mother.If the father doesn't have legal custody then he can get into a lot of trouble. He must send the child home and try to address the situation through the family court. He should not encourage the child's behavior not try to alienated the child from his mother.
Where can a child abuse be reported?
Child Abuse can reported at your state's Family and Protective Service Office. You will want to look in your Yellow Pages for the number or 'Google' (state) Child Protective Services.
What if teachers suspect child abuse?
If you abuse your child, then your in serious trouble, if you don't, then you don't have to worry.
Who is required by the law to report child abuse?
Public school teachers and administrators in most states are required to report child abuse if they are told about it or see evidence of it themselves. Obviously, once the child abuse is reported, the first thing the authorities do is verify that child abuse actually occurred. This is to prevent parents or guardians from being prosecuted for bogus charges.
How many child abuse are reported and how many child abuse arent reported?
most of them are not reported. child sex slavery is an very big business in the world and it draws most of its money from the developed country's. It would be imposible to put a number on it.
How many child abuse issues have been reported How many physical child abuses were reported in 2009 How many reported child abuse cases have there been in 2010?
There have been to many to count! many go unreported! like when i beat my children!
What to do if child abuse is reported?
you put on your angry face and you show them whos boss
Why do parents abuse there child?
because the child might be being naughty or silly.
If the school calls a parent for reports of child abuse what do they say?
The school calls social services to report child abuse not the parents. Specially if the child abuse is being done by the parent.
That kids are allowed to be hit?
if it is diciplenary by the child's parents yes(like spanking), but if it is parental abuse or abuse from any other person it is considered child abuse
Why do we have child abuse?
Because, some parents get out of control and hurt you.
What do you call it when a child abuses their parents?
That means that she doesn't love her parents unless her/his parents give them whatever they want.That is when a child abuses their parents. It is called........ Child abuse towards parents....... TA..TA.........
What are some websites that are helping the fight against child abuse?
Some websites helping the fight against child abuse include Safe Network, Prevent Child Abuse, Child Abuse, Young Minds, Parents Protect, Stop if Now UK, and Child Help.
