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Do I have to prove child abuse exists in order to make a report?
"Your Role in Protecting Children Against Child Neglect and Abuse"
No, you can make a report when you have a good faith belief that a child you have contact with may be abused. Only suspicion, not proof, is needed.
A person who makes a report is given immunity from civil and criminal liability.