CLEE Mandated Reporting

Question 1

Under California's Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), who is classified as a mandated reporter?

Accepted Answer

Licensed mental health professionals, teachers, and other specified individuals

Answer

Only physicians and nurses

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Any adult who witnesses abuse

Answer

Only law enforcement officers

Question 2

When must a mandated reporter make an initial report of suspected child abuse in California?

Accepted Answer

Immediately or as soon as practically possible by phone

Answer

Within 72 hours of suspicion

Answer

Within 5 business days in writing

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Only after consulting with a supervisor

Question 3

A mandated reporter's duty to report child abuse is triggered when they:

Accepted Answer

Know or reasonably suspect that abuse or neglect has occurred

Answer

Have absolute proof that abuse occurred

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Receive a confession from the alleged perpetrator

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Observe physical injuries firsthand

Question 4

In California, the written follow-up report for child abuse must be submitted within how many hours of the initial phone report?

Accepted Answer

36 hours

Answer

12 hours

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24 hours

Answer

48 hours

Question 5

Which of the following does NOT constitute child abuse under CANRA?

Accepted Answer

General parenting disagreements without harm

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Physical injury inflicted by a parent

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Willful cruelty or unjustifiable punishment

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Unlawful corporal punishment causing injury

Question 6

A mandated reporter who fails to report known or suspected child abuse in California may face:

Accepted Answer

Criminal misdemeanor charges and/or civil liability

Answer

No legal consequence — reporting is voluntary

Answer

License suspension only

Answer

A fine of up to $10,000