It may seem simple, but reporting is often a difficult thing to do. Many people know and trust the person they feel is sexually abusing a child, and do not want to report abuse without proof. However, not reporting could deny the help that a child so desperately needs. If you suspect that a child is being victimized, please take the next step and phone the ChildHelp Hotline at 1-800-4-A-Child.

Although law enforcement strives to protect all children, it is impossible for them to cover every area of a community. If you suspect that a child needs help, take the next step and report, you will be providing a crucial link between caring professionals and a hurt child.

Most states have laws in place to protect those who report in good faith, or without ulterior motive [1]

All states require members of certain professions to report reasonable suspicion of abuse [1]

18 states require all persons to report suspected abuse [2]

Under the Constitution anyone accused of a crime is provided the right to know their accuser and if called to testify, your identity will be revealed in open court [3]