Child Protective Services (CPS) is a government agency tasked with investigating reports of child abuse or neglect. While the agency’s mission is to protect children, the process is invasive, intimidating, and overwhelming, especially for innocent parents.
Many families are blindsided by CPS involvement. You may not know why they showed up, what your rights are, or what you should, or should not say. That’s where we come in.
We help parents understand the system, navigate investigations, and fight CPS charges to protect their rights and their children.
CPS workers seem helpful and may appear to be friendly at first. They act like they just want to check on your kids or offer support. But make no mistake: CPS investigations are legal proceedings. What you say (or do not say) can and will be used against you in court.
The fact is that CPS workers are trained to gather evidence. If someone files a report against you CPS has a duty to investigate. That means unannounced home visits at inconvenient times, interviews with your children, school contacts, and medical checks, all without your consent or a warrant.
If CPS has contacted you or you’re under investigation, don’t wait. Every minute matters. Do not talk to CPS workers before speaking with a CPS Lawyer. Contact us now to schedule a confidential consultation and find out how we can help you protect your family and your future.
CPS investigations often begin with a phone call. Anyone can report suspected child abuse or neglect: neighbors, teachers, doctors, or even an angry ex.
Once CPS receives a report, they are required by law to determine whether the child is in immediate danger and whether further investigation is warranted.
Common allegations include:
Even if the allegations are false, exaggerated, or the result of a misunderstanding, you still face serious consequences.
Many parents don’t realize that they have the right to remain silent, to refuse entry to their home without a warrant, and to have an attorney present. CPS workers will almost never tell you about your rights. They will try to pressure you to sign forms or admit to things you did not do.
You have the right to:
We are here to make sure your rights are upheld every step of of the process. We work to:
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