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Thursday, November 16, 2017

Only 2 states have no penalties for failing to report child sex abuse. Md. is one of them

GLENARDEN, Md. (ABC7) — As civil lawsuits continue to be filed against Prince George’s County Public Schools alleging that school staff, educator, and a principal were told by students former teacher’s aide Deonte Carraway was sexually abusing children, Maryland lawmakers say they’re working to close a legal loophole.

“There is no penalty if you fail to report,” said Maryland Senator Susan Lee (D-Bethesda). “I think we’re letting down the children that we’re trying to protect against abuse and neglect.”

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3 comments:

Anonymous said...

I had heard that it was illegal for doctors for not reporting abuse of children.

Anonymous said...

Mandated reporters too. However, know this, if tou report abuse and you are attacked and/or harassed, you are left on your own to defend your self against retaliation of any kind. No help or assistance in the matter.

Anonymous said...

Democrats really looking out for the people,LOL.