The SLUSD Board Policy 5141.4 establishes the procedures and policies for reporting child abuse.  Any employee who has a reasonable suspicion that child abuse has occurred is a mandated report and must report suspected child abuse.  The following information provides an overview of the reporting process.  For more information, please review SLUSD Board Policy 5141.4.

Any of the below acts involving anyone under the age of 18:

• Physical Abuse
• Sexual Abuse
• Emotional Abuse
• Neglect

The mandated reporter must only have reasonable suspicion that a child has been mistreated; no evidence or proof is required to make a report.  The case will be further investigated by law enforcement and/or child welfare services.

By Telephone: Immediately, or as soon as possible, make a report to child welfare services and/or to a police or sheriff’s department.

1. Child Protective Services: (510)259-1800
   24085 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544
2. San Leandro Police Department: (510) 577-3201
   901 East 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94577

In Writing: Within 36 hours, a written report must be sent, faxed or submitted electronically to the appropriate agency. The written report should be completed on a state form called the 8572, which can be downloaded at: https://oag.ca.gov/sites/all/files/agweb/pdfs/childabuse/ss_8572.pdf?

Safeguards for Mandated Reporters:

• The Child Abuse and Neglect Report Act (CANRA) states that the name of the mandated reorter is strictly confidential, although it is provided to investigative parties working the case.

• Under state law, mandated reporters cannot be held liable in civil or criminal court when reporting as required; however, under federal law mandated reporters only have immunity for reports made in good faith.

Failure to Report:

• Failure to report concerns of child abuse or neglect is considered a misdemeanor and is punishable in California by six months in jail and/or up to a $1,000 fine.

• For the complete law and a list of mandated reporters refer to California Penal Codes 11164-11174.3.