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You can contact Records.Management@dfps.state.tx.us or call 512-929- 6764 or toll free 877-764-7230. Once you receive your records, you will need to look over them to make sure you have everything.

The reason that CPS would begin an investigation into your family is that someone has made a report to CPS that he or she believes that your child has been abused or neglected. It is unlikely that you will know exactly who made the report.

As a professional reporter, you are required by law to report suspected abuse within 48 hours of first suspecting that a child has been or may be abused or neglected (Texas Family Code § 261.101(b)).

Categorizing the Report of Abuse or Neglect Abandonment. Emotional Abuse. Medical Neglect. Neglectful Supervision. Physical Abuse. Physical Neglect. Refusal to assume parental responsibility (RAPR); and. Sexual Abuse.

Suspect someone of child abuse or neglect? Reports are anonymous. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Placement Authorization Form: DFPS uses Placement Authorization Form 2085 to delegate its court-ordered. authority to make day-to-day decisions regarding a child to an individual, usually a caregiver such as a foster parent or residential facility staff.

CPS must begin an investigation to find facts backed by evidence for them to be able to take action. CPS will attempt to complete investigations within 45 days. They can also request an extension to 90 days if the police or a prosecuting attorney determines that a longer investigation period is necessary.

What happens after removal? CPS will notify the child's parents in writing and provide any papers filed with the court. The papers will include a written statement by the investigator stating the reasons for removal. A court hearing will be held within 14 days.