Can I report suspected child abuse/endangerment in Ohio and remain annonymous?
I live next door to a 43 year old lady and her 50+ boyfriend, who are raising her grandkids because her daughter passed away 2 years ago from a drug overdose. I believe she is raising these kids for the welfare money. Both she and her b/f are constantly drunk with these kids in their care. I have seen them load the kids into their van and drive off when they have been drinking. I also suspect there is drug activity going on at the house. There are a lot of different cars that pull in the driveway all hours of the night and only stay a few minutes. These people also have big pool parties and I have seen adult women strip off their clothes out in the open in front of these kids and either jump in the pool or change into swimsuits. She also cusses these kids out constantly, using words that I would not use on my dog when he gets into trouble. I would like to help these kids, but I live too close for any conflicts. Can I remain annonymous? What can I legally do and stay safe?
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You can make an anonymous report to Children's Services. They are required to investigate whether you give your name or not. You also can give your name to Children's Services but request that it not be given to the accused persons. Any charges filed will be filed by Children's Services based on their findings, not necessarily on your court testimony. As a teacher (and thereby required by law to report suspected abuse or neglect), I have made two reports of suspected child abuse. I gave my name to Children's Services, who kept it confidential, did thorough investigations, and took appropriate action without my identity ever being an issue..
Absolutely, you don't have to reveal your identity.
I would encourage you call and report it sooner rather than later.
i do see why not
You could report it anonymously , but then you would have to testify against them, since it is their right to confront their accuser in court, if you wanted the charge to stick.
Call 1-800-CRIME-STOPPERS. It's completely anonymous and you stop the crime. You can do this for ANY crime you witness or have a lead on.
Yes you can call social services and request to be anonymous
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