Record #:

26255

Author(s):

Mason, Janet; Watts, L. Poindexter

Abstract:

All health professionals are legally required to report any suspicion of juvenile abuse to county social services. The Juvenile Code covers reporting requirements but there is confusion over what must be reported, especially in the context of health care. Despite ambiguities, the safest rule for health professionals is to report when in doubt.

Source:

Health Law Bulletin (NoCar KFN 7754 A1 H42x), Vol. Issue 70, March 1987, p1-17, f

Subject(s):

Child abuse--Law and legislation--Reporting; Health professionals--Duties of