### Question
What is the definition of multidisciplinary child abuse team?


### Answer
The definition of **multidisciplinary child abuse team** is as follows in *18 U.S.C. § 3509*:

> a professional unit composed of representatives from health, social service, law enforcement, and legal service agencies to coordinate the assistance needed to handle cases of child abuse

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 3509*
  - Heading: **PART II-CRIMINAL PROCEDURE > CHAPTER 223-WITNESSES AND EVIDENCE**

