There should be a list of the rights in the State of New York a parent or caretaker of children has in dealing with CPS or ACS. A parent of the child or children has no obligation without there being a court order, to permit CPS or ACS workers to … [Read more...]
RIGHTS WHEN BEING INVESTIGATED BY CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES (“CPS”) OR ASSOCIATION FOR CHILD SERVICES (“ACS”)
CHILD REMOVAL PROCEEDING
Children are sometimes removed from parent's homes solely based on what the parents tell the investigating CPS or ACS workers. In situations where CPS or ACS feels there is child abuse or child neglect Family Court proceedings can be filed against … [Read more...]
HAVE THE CPS and ACS SYSTEMS HURT FAMILIES?
Anyone can file a complaint against anyone else to Child Protective Services, hereinafter referred to as "CPS" or the Administration of Children's Services hereinafter referred to as "ACS". This includes neighbors, teachers, former lovers and … [Read more...]
What Happens When a Report Is Made to CPS or ACS?
When a report is made either CPS or ACS is required to initiate an investigation. They must take this action within 24 hours of the report being made. The purpose of the investigation by CPS or ACS is to evaluate whether a child is being mistreated … [Read more...]