CPS cannot remove a child without court approval. The court will review the case and determine if the claim is warranted. Only the police can remove children immediately if there is imminent danger. Police can hold children for up to 72 hours.

CPS cannot enter your home without your permission. Although CPS can show up to your home without notice, they cannot enter without your consent. Unless CPS has a court order, or they believe your child is in immediate danger, they can't enter your home unless you say it's okay.

Parents must be informed of their right to have a 5-day hearing at the time of removal along with their right to have a copy of the affidavit, the right to attend hearings, the contact information for the case worker, supervisor and Public Defenders Office and be informed that they may request a kinship placement as ...

Child welfare systems typically receive and investigate reports of possible child abuse and neglect; provide services to families that need assistance in the safety and care of their children; arrange for children to live with relatives or with foster families when they are not safe at home; and arrange for ...