Thursday, January 16, 2020

Oklahoma Law on Reporting Child Abuse or Neglect

Oklahoma Law on Reporting Child Abuse or Neglect
“Every person in Oklahoma who has reason to believe that a child under 18 has been abused or neglected or is in danger of being abused or neglected is required by law to promptly make a report.  Failure to report child abuse is a misdemeanor offense. A person who reports suspected abuse in 'good faith' is immune from criminal and civil liability."

If you suspect abuse or neglect, take the following action:  Contact the Oklahoma Child Abuse hotline 1.800.522.3511.  If the child is in imminent danger, contact 911 or local law enforcement.”

There is further explanation and information at the link below.

http://www.okdhs.org – Search “reporting child abuse” for link to a brochure in PDF format.

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