Massachusetts law requires professionals whose work brings them in contact with children to notify the Department of Children and Families (DCF) if they suspect that a child is being abused, neglected, or …

3 days ago · Section 51A: Reporting of suspected abuse or neglect; mandated reporters; collection of physical evidence; penalties; content of reports; liability; privileged communication

Feb 26, 2024 · People often call a report of abuse or neglect to DCF a “51A” or " 51A report.” The law about abuse and neglect reporting is in section 51A of chapter 119 of Massachusetts laws.

What is a 51-A Report? In any case of suspected or alleged abuse of a child, a call is made to the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and a report is filed - this is called a 51A report.

Mandated reporting laws require certain individuals to notify child protective services when they know or suspect a child is being maltreated. In Massachusetts, this law is known as the 51A Law. Our child …

Citation: Gen. Laws Ch. 119, § 51A Any other person who has reasonable cause to believe that a child is suffering from or has died because of abuse or neglect may file a report.

If the original receiver of the report is not the school counselor, the school counselor will meet with the mandated reporter to assist in completing a 51A Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Form prior to calling …

MA DCF Online 51A Report See “Child Abuse” in the SW website for the link to the reporting website (and additional information) Select “Mandated Reporter”

A 51A report is a formal allegation of child abuse or neglect. The term “51A” comes from Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 119, Section 51A, which outlines the process of reporting suspected child …

Learn what to do if you know or suspect a child is being abused or neglected. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911. All reports of suspected child abuse or neglect must be phoned in to DCF. Please …