Resources:
- The California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Law (Penal Code 11164-11174.3)
- 50 Facts You Should Know About Child Abuse
- Recognizing Child Abuse: What You Should Know
- Mandated Reporter Manual, “A Guide to Mandated Reporting Responsibilities” California Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training
- For Educators: Recognizing Abuse
- What Happens After I Make A Report of Suspected Abuse/Neglect to CPS?
- Fact Sheet: Maltreatment of Children with Disabilities
- Recognizing Child Abuse: What You Should Know
- Mandated Reporter Training Resources
Prevention Tips for All of Us
- Ten Ways to Help Prevent Child Abuse
- Maltreatment of Children With Disabilities
- Emotional Child Abuse
- The Relationship Between Parental Alcohol or Other Drug Problems and Child Maltreatment
- Sexual Abuse of Children
- Dealing With Temper Tantrums
- Never Shake A Baby
- Recognizing Child Abuse: What Parents Should Know
Suspect child abuse? Speak up for all kids! If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, make it your responsibility to report it. Call Child Abuse Hotline:
- (661) 631-6011 (Countywide)
- (760) 375-6049 (Ridgecrest)
(Report 24 hours per day, 7 days per week)
For all emergencies call 911
When you report suspected child abuse or neglect, please provide as much information as possible with regard to the situation: child’s name, parent’s name, address, phone number and the reason why you are concerned. You do not have to give your name, but it helps us if we have further questions. If you do give us your name, your identity is kept strictly confidential.