Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is Child Abuse?

    Signs of Physical Abuse

    Signs of Neglect

    Signs of Sexual Abuse

    Signs of Emotional Abuse

How do I report suspected child abuse?

What can I do if my child has been sexually abused?

Children's Advocacy Center Interview Process FAQ

    Who will my child talk to?
    Can I watch the interview?
    Can I talk to my child about what happened?
    Will my child need a medical exam?
    What happens after the interview?
    Should I get counseling for my child?
    What happens at the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC)?
    What do I tell my child about the CAC interview?

Crime Victim Rights in Alabama

Child Abuse Investigations & The Legal System FAQ

    Multidisciplinary Team of Professionals
    How the legal system responds to Abuse
    Facts about the Investigation
    The Investigation

    Investigations: Then & Now
    The Criminal Court Process
    The District / Civil Court Process
    Working with the System
    Limits of the Legal System
 

Alabama Court System Information

    Court Preparation for Children

    Court Preparation for Parents / Non-Offending Caregivers