The mandated reporter must only have that a child has been mistreated; no reasonable suspicion evidence or proof is required prior to making a report. The case will be further investigated by law enforcement and/or child welfare services. PUBLIC POLICY CHARTER SCHOOL will cooperate with any and all law enforcement and/or governmental entities in the implementation and enforcement of this policy. HOW TO REPORT By phone: immediately, or as soon as possible, make a telephone report to child welfare services. Child Welfare Services: (800) 540 4000 – In writing: If requested, within 36 hours, a written response must be sent, faxed, or submitted electronically to Child Welfare Services. The written report must be completed on state form 8572, which can be downloaded at: OTHER INFORMATION: Safeguards for mandated reporters: The Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) states that the name of the mandated reporter is strictly confidential, although it is provided to investigate parties working on the case. As long as a report is filed in good faith, a mandated reporter cannot be held liable to civil or criminal court. Failure to report: Failure to report concerns of child abuse or neglect is considered a misdemeanor and is punishable in California by six months jail time and/or up to a $1,000 fine. For the complete law and a list of mandated reporters refer to Code 11164 California’s Penal – 11174.3. This document and mandated reporting information can be found at: Disaster Response Procedures This disaster plan has been prepared in compliance with California Administrative Title 5 and Education Code 560, and the California Government Code 8607 California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS).
The mandated reporter must only have reasonable suspicion that a child has been mistreated; no evidence or proof is required prior to making a report. The case will be further investigated by law enforcement and/or child welfare services. PUBLIC POLICY CHARTER SCHOOL will cooperate with any and all law enforcement and/or governmental entities in the implementation and enforcement of this policy. HOW TO REPORT By phone: immediately, or as soon as possible, make a telephone report to child welfare services. Child Welfare Services: (800) 540 – 4000 In writing: If requested, within 36 hours, a written response must be sent, faxed, or submitted electronically to Child Welfare Services. The written report must be completed on state form 8572, which can be downloaded at: OTHER INFORMATION: Safeguards for mandated reporters: The Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) states that the name of the mandated reporter is strictly confidential, although it is provided to investigate parties working on the case. As long as a report is filed in good faith, a mandated reporter cannot be held liable to civil or criminal court. Failure to report: Failure to report concerns of child abuse or neglect is considered a misdemeanor and is punishable in California by six months jail time and/or up to a $1,000 fine. For the complete law and a list of mandated reporters refer to California’s Penal Code 11164 – 11174.3. This document and mandated reporting information can be found at: Disaster Response Procedures This disaster plan has been prepared in compliance with California Administrative Title 5 and Education Code 560, and the California Government Code 8607 California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS).
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