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The State of Minnesota Child Protection Services were created to help protect children from physical abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse, and to help families get the services they need to change their behaviors.
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To report suspected child abuse or neglect contact your county social service agency or the police:
The County protection staff will meet with the family to assess the situation. The name of the person making the report will not be shared with the family.
If protective services are needed, Child Protection will help the family use services such as counseling or parent education. The purpose of Child Protection is to prevent any future abuse or neglect.
If a child is not safe at home, placement of the child outside the home may be considered. The child's placement could be done on a voluntary basis, with the parent's approval, or at the direction of the court, or if it is an emergency, at the direction of law enforcement.
There will be a court hearing to decide if and when the child can return home.
If you are arrested or charged with abusing another individual (physically or mentally) this may affect your immigration status or your ability to become a United States citizen.
For more information, see Section 3 of this chapter.