Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.06.01 - CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES
CHILD PROTECTION SERVICES
Section 16.06.01.551 - REPORTING ABUSE, NEGLECT, OR ABANDONMENT
Current through August 31, 2023
Professionals and other persons identified in Section 16-1605, Idaho Code, have a responsibility to report abuse, neglect, or abandonment and are provided protection for reporters. (3-15-22)
01. Ministers. Duly ordained ministers of religion are exempt from reporting child abuse, neglect, or abandonment if: (3-15-22)
02. Health and Welfare Employees. All Department of Health and Welfare personnel are responsible for recognizing and immediately reporting to Child and Family Services or to law enforcement any concern regarding abuse, neglect, or abandonment of a child or children. Failure to report as required by Section 16-1605, Idaho Code, is a misdemeanor. (3-15-22)