There are potential allegations that may lead to investigations by CPS and ACS or the police. In these situations, parents are dealing with a ACS or CPS case and also criminal allegations against them. If the police come to your door as part of a CPS … [Read more...]
Termination of Parental Rights by CPS or ACS
June 11, 2026 by
In extreme cases the Family Court may consider the termination of parental rights as a result of CPS or ACS investigations. A decision of this nature permanently ends the legal relationship between the parent and the child. The Courts only take this … [Read more...]
Triggering Events of ACS or CPS Investigations
May 29, 2026 by
Mandated reporters have an obligation to report all suspected situations of child abuse, child neglect or unsafe living conditions. Mandatory reporters involve teachers, doctors, police officers and many other individuals. Friends, relatives, scorned … [Read more...]
Frequently Asked Questions Involving CPS or ACS Investigations
May 6, 2026 by
Question: How long does a CPS or ACS investigation take place? Answer: After allegations of child abuse, child neglect or maltreatment are made, CPS or ACS have up to 60 days to investigate the case to determine whether it is unfounded or … [Read more...]
CPS or ACS Investigations
April 27, 2026 by
If allegations of child abuse or child neglect are made to CPS or ACS an investigation will ensue. You are not legally obligated to cooperate with a CPS or ACS worker unless there is a Court Order on the case. In most situations it is in your best … [Read more...]
CPS AND ACS CONFERENCES
March 1, 2026 by
During the course of an CPS or ACS investigation, the investigator for the agency may ask you to attend a conference regarding the investigation. To start with, you should not go to any of these conferences unless you are represented by an attorney. … [Read more...]
CHILD NEGLECT DEFINED
February 19, 2026 by
Neglect refers to a child, an individual under the age of 18 years of age that has: A physical, mental or emotional condition has been impaired or is in immediate danger of being impaired as a result of a failure of a child’s parents or other … [Read more...]
FINDING OUT INFORMATION MAINTAINED BY CPS OR ACS
February 12, 2026 by
Individuals who are the subject of either child abuse, child neglect or child maltreatment reports are legally entitled to copies of the information concerning the reports made against them. These reports are on file at the Statewide Central Register … [Read more...]
REASONABLE SUSPICION IS THE STANDARD
January 29, 2026 by
For ACS or CPS to initiate an investigation there only has to be what they refer to as reasonable suspicion that there is suspected child abuse. child maltreatment or child neglect. Reasonable cause is interpreted by CPS or ACS as any person making … [Read more...]
THE NEW YORK STATE CHILD PROTECTION SERVICES ACT (1973)
January 22, 2026 by
The purpose for Child Protective Services (CPS) is to prevent abuse or maltreatment of children. There are 5 fundamental components of the statute: Protection of children who are in danger. This includes creating mandatory reporters of child … [Read more...]
