What Is Considered Child Abuse in North Carolina?
North Carolina has several laws in place to protect children from abuse. If Child Protective Services suspects a child is being abused,... Read More
What Are My Rights as a Father in a North Carolina CPS Court Case?
When a child is neglected, abused, or declared dependent (meaning there is no one to take care of them), Child Protective Services... Read More
What is Child Neglect in North Carolina?
Child neglect is a serious accusation. In North Carolina, if a child is neglected, the state will take measures to protect the... Read More
Emancipation in North Carolina
What is a Juvenile Emancipation? A juvenile emancipation is a legal mechanism that frees a minor child from control of his or... Read More
Should I Cooperate With Police in a CPS Investigation?
When your child suffers an injury that appears to be non-accidental or as a result of neglect, medical personnel have a duty... Read More
Can DSS Interview My Minor Children?
During a CPS investigation, social workers oftentimes interview children in order to assess the child’s safety and well-being. During a CPS investigation... Read More