How and Why DCFS Changed Its Child Abuse Investigation Policy
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How and Why DCFS Changed Its Child Abuse Investigation Policy
Fedor Kozlov explains how DCFS in Illinois revised its approach after past tragedies and lawsuits. He details the current policy: when a case opens, DCFS has 60 days to investigate and close it, either indicating parental wrongdoing or finding the allegations unfounded. The changes aim to better protect children while providing clear outcomes ...
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