How DFS works with Law Enforcement:

1. DFS and/or law enforcement will conduct an investigation for any report that involves an offense against a child;
2. The Department of Justice (DOJ) will decide if there is enough evidence to prosecute criminally or civilly; and
3. Whenever appropriate, cases will also be referred to the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) for a forensic interview, medical exam, and/or mental health screening.

When more than one entity is involved in the same investigation, the participants are known as a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).

MOU for the Multidisciplinary Response to Child Abuse and Neglect

Hospital High-Risk Medical Discharge Protocol

Mental Health / Developmental Disabilities

Memorandum of Understanding between DFS – DOE, local and charter schools