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Child Abuse Prevention

Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is child abuse? 2. Does child abuse occur with any particular group of people? 3. How do I know that a child is being abused? 4. What if I suspect that a child is being abused? 5. What if I am not absolutely sure about the child being abused? Should I still voice my suspicions? 6. What is the difference between discipline and physical abuse? Is it illegal for parents to spank a child? 7. By law, what is the punishment for the perpetrators of child abuse? 8. At what age can a person legally have consensual relations with a person? 9. Why do people abuse children? 10. How can I as a parent protect my children from abuse? 11. Who can make referrals to this Department? 12. How can my identity remain anonymous? 13. Who Do I contact in this Division? 14. How soon can action be taken? 15. What should I do if the Department takes no action?

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