When the New Jersey Department of Children and Families Investigates
What to Know if DCFS is Making Inquiries about You Anytime the NJ Department of Children and Families receives a complaint concerning the possibility of child abuse or neglect, the agency must investigate the claim. The Department, serving as an agent for the State, has a duty to protect the welfare of children. Many complaints […]
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If the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P, formerly known as DYFS), receives a referral concerning a child who is allegedly being abused or neglected, the Division must immediately initiate an investigation. The assigned investigator is required to interview the child, the parents, any person who lives in the house, and any individual who […]
read full articleDCP&P Home Inspections in New Jersey: What To Expect
Why DCP&P May Inspect Your House in NJ Any time DCP&P receives a complaint concerning potential child abuse or neglect in New Jersey, the agency must investigate the claim. The investigation must begin within 24 hours of receipt and be concluded within 60 days. However, the investigation may be extended an additional 30 days if […]
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