CPS is legally obligated to investigate every report, even false ones. However, there are exceptions to this rule.
What CPS can and Cannot do?
CPS can investigate reports, even if they are false. Mandated reporters are required to report any suspected child abuse. It is illegal for them not to do so. Mandated reporters include doctors, lawyers and therapists. Of course, other people can make reports as well.
Does CPS ever do anything?
CPS can investigate reports, even if they are false. Mandated reporters are required to report any suspected child abuse. It is illegal for them not to do so. Mandated reporters include doctors, lawyers and therapists. However, in some cases, the report may not be substantial or severe enough to warrant investigation.
Why does CPS do nothing?
primary prevention, or preventing child abuse and neglect before it happens. However, CPS cannot go to a home to investigate unless there is a reasonable suspicion that child abuse or neglect has already happened (harmed or imminent risk of harm).
How useful is CPS?
Does CPS do good things? Yes of course. They save many children from the horrors of abuse and neglect.
What to do if CPS does not believe you?
Contact your state legislature/governor's office/District Attorney and ask for assistance. Report the CPS office that is behind this unacceptable recommendation. Do not take no for an answerbe persistent. Call them, write them, go in person to their offices and tell them you need help.
What CPS looks for?
CPS will look for any hazards that could result in a child's burn injuries, including electrical equipment, chemicals, and thermal contact. Fire hazards. Make sure that flammable items are far away from open flame in the house. A CPS investigator may also ask you if your house is equipped with smoke alarms.