WHEN
county
First-hand witness
There is a chance the child will need to be seen at the hospital for acute injuries.
In the last few days
There is a chance the child will need to be seen at the hospital for acute injuries.
Weeks or Months
Delayed disclosures are normal. Children do not disclose until they feel safe and believed. Regardless of how long ago the abuse occurred, it is important to report as soon as you become aware. Reporting is for the safety & well-being of the child, to protect other children from further abuse by the alleged offender, and to hold the alleged offender accountable for crimes committed.
A year or more
Delayed disclosures are normal. Children do not disclose until they feel safe and believed. Regardless of how long ago the abuse occurred, it is important to report as soon as you become aware. Reporting is for the safety & well-being of the child, to protect other children from further abuse by the alleged offender, and to hold the alleged offender accountable for crimes committed.
Unsure
Even if you dont know when the abuse occurred, it is important to report as soon as you become aware. Reporting is for the safety & well-being of the child, to protect other children from further abuse by the alleged offender, and to hold the alleged offender accountable for crimes committed.