Question 1

Can a DCPP caseworker look at my Facebook or Instagram without my permission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, to a limited extent. DCPP caseworkers are not law enforcement and cannot compel social media platforms to hand over private account data. However, if your profile is set to public, a caseworker can view anything visible to the general public without needing your permission. Beyond that, anyone who has access to your posts — the other parent, a relative, a neighbor, or the person who filed the complaint — can screenshot and submit that content directly to DCPP. Once shared with a caseworker, it becomes part of the investigation record regardless of whether you made it public intentionally.

Question 2

Should I delete my social media accounts during a DCPP investigation?

Accepted Answer

Not without first speaking to an attorney. Deleting posts, accounts, or messages while a DCPP investigation is active can be interpreted as an attempt to conceal evidence. Even if the content feels embarrassing or harmful to your case, removing it could raise more suspicion than leaving it in place. A DCPP defense attorney can help you evaluate what exists, assess the risk each piece of content poses, and determine the right course of action — whether that means adjusting privacy settings, leaving content untouched, or taking more targeted steps.

Question 3

Can posts made by other people — like my ex — be used in my DCPP case?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Content posted by the other parent, a family member, or anyone else connected to the situation can be submitted to DCPP and reviewed as part of the investigation. This includes posts that reference your child, your home, your relationship, or any alleged incident. If the other parent posts about conflict, substance use, unsafe living conditions, or instability in either household, caseworkers may consider that information when assessing the broader family picture. The same applies to posts in which you are tagged, even if you did not share them yourself.

Question 4

Is it safe to post in a private parenting support group while under DCPP investigation?

Accepted Answer

No. Private groups are not truly secure. Any member of the group can take a screenshot and share it outside the group — with the other parent, with DCPP, or with anyone else. Group membership sometimes includes people you may not fully trust, and even well-intentioned members can inadvertently share information. Anonymous posts in forums or neighborhood apps carry similar risks and can often be traced. The only truly safe place to discuss the details of an active DCPP case is in a confidential conversation with your attorney.

Question 5

What should I do if I already posted something that could hurt my case?

Accepted Answer

Contact a DCPP defense attorney before taking any action. Do not delete the post on your own, as that decision requires legal guidance depending on what was shared and whether it has already been seen or saved by others. Your attorney can review the content, assess how a caseworker or court might interpret it, and advise you on the appropriate next steps. Acting quickly matters — early legal involvement gives you the best opportunity to address the issue before it affects the direction of the investigation.

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