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Definition: Florida law requires any person who knows or has reasonable cause to suspect child abuse, neglect, or abandonment to report it to the Florida Abuse Hotline (1-800-962-2873). Failure to report is a 3rd degree felony.
Category: FL-Specific Laws · Statute: F.S. 39.201 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Mandatory Reporting (Child Abuse) in Florida
Florida law requires any person who knows or has reasonable cause to suspect child abuse, neglect, or abandonment to report it to the Florida Abuse Hotline (1-800-962-2873). Failure to report is a 3rd degree felony.
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