A mandated reporter is a person who, because of his or her profession, is legally required to report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect to the relevant authorities. These laws are in place to prevent children from being abused and to end any possible abuse or neglect at the earliest possible stage.

What is the process of mandatory reporting?

Mandatory reporters must make a report as soon as practicable if, in the course of practising their profession or carrying out their duties, they form a belief on reasonable grounds that a child or young person is in need of protection, as a result of physical injury or sexual abuse, and the child's parents are unable ...

What are the 4 types of mandatory reporters?

The list of mandated reporters includes teachers, social workers, police officers and clergy. This law is found within the State's Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA).