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Under Texas Family Code § 261.001, "abuse" encompasses various acts or omissions, including: Texas Family Code - FAM § 261.001. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024
Mental or emotional injury resulting in observable and material impairment in a child's development. Child abuse- Goldstein & Orr
Physical injury causing substantial harm or the genuine threat of such harm. Texas Family Code - FAM § 261.001. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024
Sexual conduct harmful to a child's welfare, including offenses like sexual assault and indecency with a child. Texas Family Code - FAM § 261.001. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024
Failure to make a reasonable effort to prevent actions that result in harm to the child. Texas Family Code - FAM § 261.001. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024
1. Exposing a child to obscene or pornographic material. What is considered child abuse in Texas?
2. Who are the mandated reporters?
3. Is any group specified as "exempt"? If yes, please explain.
4. What are the penalties for failing to report?
5. Are child witnesses to domestic violence addressed in the statute? If yes, please explain.
6. Do you think there is ever a good reason for a professional to fail to report child abuse?