IF YOU SUSPECT CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT IS HAPPENING:
Call the Utah Child Protective Services 24 Hour Hotline at 1-855-323-3237
OR
Contact Your Local Law Enforcement
If a person has reason to believe that a child has been the subject of abuse or neglect, or observes a child being subjected to conditions or circumstances that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect, the person shall immediately report the suspected abuse or neglect to the division or to the nearest peace officer or law enforcement agency. (Utah State Code §80-2-601).
"Reason to believe" does not mean that you must prove a child is being abused or neglected. It is the role of the investigators (law enforcement officer or Protective Service worker) to investigate and establish proof. The investigation should be conducted in a confidential and sensitive manner.