Iowa Admin. Code r. 441-175.23

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 10, November 13, 2024

Rule 441-175.23 - Sources of report of suspected child abuse

(1)Mandatory reporters. Any person meeting the criteria of a mandatory reporter is required to make an oral report of the suspected child abuse to the department within 24 hours of becoming aware of the abusive incident and make a written report to the department within 48 hours following the oral report. If the person making the report has reason to believe that immediate protection for the child is advisable, that person shall also make an oral report to an appropriate law enforcement agency.

(2)Others required to report. In addition to mandatory reporters which are so designated by the Iowa Code, there are other classifications of persons who are required, either by administrative rule or department policy, to report suspected child abuse when this is a duty identified through the person's employment. Others required to report include:

a. Income maintenance workers.

b. Certified adoption investigators.

(3)Permissive reporters. Any person who suspects child abuse may make an oral or written report, or both, to the department. Mandatory reporters may report as permissive reporters when they suspect abuse of a child outside the scope of their professions. A permissive reporter may remain anonymous and is not required by law to report abuse.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 441-175.23

ARC 1156C, IAB 10/30/2013, effective 1/1/2014