Mandatory Abuse Reporting

Reporting child abuse is everyone’s responsibility

Every year in Florida, thousands of children are subjected to child abuse, which can take the form
of physical or sexual abuse, neglect, abandonment or mental injury. Too many continue to suffer
because the abuse is never reported. Under Florida law, anyone who suspects a child may be
abused or neglected has a responsibility to report it.

Signs that a child may be a victim of child abuse:

  • Lack of hygiene or inappropriate dress
  • Delayed emotional, intellectual or language development
  • Frequent injuries
  • Feeding disorders
  • Rocking, self-inflicted pain
  • Sleep disorders, bed-wetting
  • Lack of eye contact, poor socialization
  • Acting out in school
  • Unexplained scars or bruises
  • Malnutrition
  • Many school absences

Call 911 for Emergencies

To Report Abuse:

Phone: 1.800.962.2873
Fax: 1.800.914.0004
Online: floridaabusehotline.gov

Resource:
Mandatory Abuse Reporting Poster – English (PDF)
Mandatory Abuse Reporting Poster – Spanish (PDF)