In order to protect children whose health and welfare may be adversely affected through abuse and neglect, the Legislature hereby provides for the reporting of such cases to the appropriate authorities. It is the intent of the Legislature that, as a result of such efforts, and through the cooperation of state, county, local agencies and divisions of government, protective services shall be made available in an effort to prevent further abuses and neglect, to safeguard and enforce the general welfare of such children, and to encourage cooperation among the states in dealing with the problems of child abuse.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 26 - Infants and Incompetents.
Chapter 14 - Reporting of Child Abuse or Neglect.
Section 26-14-1 - Definitions.
Section 26-14-2 - Purpose of Chapter.
Section 26-14-3 - Mandatory Reporting.
Section 26-14-4 - Permissive Reporting.
Section 26-14-5 - Contents of Reports.
Section 26-14-6 - Temporary Protective Custody.
Section 26-14-6.1 - Duties and Responsibilities for Investigation of Reports.
Section 26-14-7 - Duties of Department of Human Resources.
Section 26-14-7.1 - Due Process Rights for Persons Under Investigation by Department.
Section 26-14-7.2 - Child Denied Medical Treatment Due to Parents' Religious Beliefs.
Section 26-14-8 - Statewide Central Registry.
Section 26-14-9 - Immunity From Liability for Actions Under Chapter.
Section 26-14-11 - Appointment of Attorney to Represent Child.
Section 26-14-12 - Establishment of Regulations by Department of Human Resources.
Section 26-14-13 - Penalty for Failure to Make Required Report.