All About Dispositional Hearings in DCPP Cases
What Happens Before, During, and After Dispositional Hearings in DCPP Cases and How to Prepare for Yours in NJ When the Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) contacts you about a child neglect or abuse complaint, your heart probably races, and your thoughts turn to white noise in panic. The family domain is sacred, […]
read full articleEvidentiary Requirements in New Jersey DCPP Cases
New Jersey’s Division of Child Protection and Permanency, or DCPP, is a child welfare agency within the New Jersey Department of Children and Families. The DCPP assists the state in protecting minors, provides services to them and their families, and investigates possible abuse and neglect cases. Reports of abuse received directly from the agency and […]
read full articleConsequences for Parents or Guardians Involving Their Child in Child Pornography
Allowing Your Child to Participate in the Production of Child Pornography can Lead to Criminal Prosecution and an Investigation by Child Protective Services in New Jersey. As technology has become more advanced and widely used, cases involving child pornography, or the possession or distribution of sexually explicit material involving minors under 18, have skyrocketed. The […]
read full articleThe Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children Implemented Beyond State Borders
The ICPC, Or Interstate Compact on The Placement Of Children, Is A Mutual Agreement Between the Child’s State Of Origin and the Receiving State Which Encompasses a Variety Of Cases, Including Adoption, Foster Care, and Placement With Family Members. In a perfect world, children would be born into a safe family environment in which they […]
read full articleIdentifying the Shadow of Imminent Harm in a DCF Case
Defining Imminent Danger or Harm to Children Involved in Division of Child Protection and Permanency Cases in New Jersey If you are a parent, one of your worst fears may be any form of interaction with the Division of Child Protection and Permanency, formerly known as the Division of Youth and Family Services. Especially if […]
read full articleRoadmap of a DCPP Investigation Process
Timeframe and Phases in the DCPP Investigation Process DCPP stands for the Division of Child Protection and Permanency, which is the child welfare agency in the state of New Jersey. The agency is responsible for investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect, providing services to families needing support, and ensuring the safety and well-being of […]
read full articleParents’ Rights, DCPP, and NJ Child Vaccination Issues
Are Parents’ Rights to Decide on Vaccinations for their Children Limited Due to DCPP Intervention in NJ? Regarding childrearing, parents differ as to what is suitable for their children. And each family has reasons for their choices. For example, some choose private over public school education. Others home school for various reasons, including religious conviction. […]
read full articleComplete Guide to a Child Safety Protection Plan in New Jersey
How Child Safety Protection Plans Work in NJ When a child abuse or neglect report reaches the Division of Child Protection Permanency (DCPP), case workers begin investigating the child’s safety in the home. They may visit the house and interview the parents, children, and anyone else living there. They then may talk to others associated […]
read full articleChild Abuse Offenses Addressed by Federal Law
There are Several Federal Laws that Address Child Abuse and Provide Protection for Children in the United States The Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) is a federal law that provides funding to states to support the prevention, assessment, and treatment of child abuse and neglect. It also establishes a national hotline for reporting […]
read full articleEffects of DCPP Conclusions on Family Law Cases in NJ
How can Administrative Findings in a DYFS Case Affect Other Family Law Issues in NJ? Divorcing spouses often find themselves in custody battles, with each parent touting their superior parenting skills while disparaging the other’s. But once allegations of child abuse or neglect enter the picture, parties may involve New Jersey’s Division of Child Protection […]
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