Maryland HB1350 updates child abuse and neglect reporting laws, including requirements for reporting suspected abuse, investigation timelines, and.

Maryland HB1350 updates the state's child abuse and neglect reporting laws. It mandates that health practitioners, police officers, educators, and human service workers report suspected abuse or neglect to the Department of Human Services. The bill requires these reports to be made within specific timeframes, either orally or in writing, and includes a copy to the local State’s Attorney. It also outlines the procedures for investigating reports, including timelines for investigations and the conditions under which information may be released.

Maryland HB1350 updates child abuse and neglect reporting laws, including requirements for reporting suspected abuse, investigation timelines, and.

Maryland HB1350 updates the state's child abuse and neglect reporting laws. It mandates that health practitioners, police officers, educators, and human service workers report suspected abuse or neglect to the Department of Human Services. The bill requires these reports to be made within specific timeframes, either orally or in writing, and includes a copy to the local State’s Attorney. It also outlines the procedures for investigating reports, including timelines for investigations and the conditions under which information may be released.