How to Report Child Abuse

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Report Child Abuse or Neglect Information by Phone.

Child Abuse Hotlines

Child Abuse Hotline / Para Reportar el Abuso de Nino Marque:
Toll-Free: (800) 827-8724
Local: (909) 384-9233

Dial: 211 or
Call your local Police Department (if the situation is urgent dial: 911).

Reporting Child Abuse

Mandated reporters please fax completed “Suspected Child Abuse Form” to:
Attention: Child Abuse Hotline
(909)-891-3545 or (909) 891-3560

Suspected Child Abuse Reporting Form

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What information should be reported?


Reporting Details

What Information Should Be Reported

  • The nature of specific incident(s) you are reporting.
  • Date(s) and descriptions(s) of the injuries or dangers.
  •  Identities of perpetrator(s) and their relationship/s to the child.
  • Witnesses to the incident(s) and how they may be reached.
  • The perpetrator’s current access to the child.
  • Details of any physical evidence available.
  • Present condition/status of the child (for example: in need of medical attention).
  • The location of the child.
  • Statements from the child(ren) when possible.
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Who should report allegations or abuse or neglect?

Reporting Allegations

The Department of Children and Family Services encourages everyone to report suspected child abuse and neglect, however, certain professions are mandated to report suspected child abuse and neglect.

The reporter’s identity is confidential, but a name should be given so the department could follow-up contact with the reporter if necessary.

The reporter is free from civil or criminal liability for reports of suspected child abuse or neglect made in good faith.