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This document contains official instructions for Form ACFR-6 , and Form ACFR-8 . Both forms are released and collected by the Vermont Department of Finance & Management.
Q: What is Form ACFR-6?
A: Form ACFR-6 is a document used in Vermont for reporting child abuse and neglect.
Q: What is Form ACFR-8?
A: Form ACFR-8 is a document used in Vermont for reporting child fatalities.
Q: Who is required to fill out these forms?
A: Mandated reporters, such as teachers, healthcare professionals, and social workers, are required to fill out these forms when they have reasonable cause to believe that a child has been abused or neglected.
Q: What are the consequences for not reporting child abuse or neglect?
A: Failure to report child abuse or neglect can result in criminal charges and civil penalties in Vermont.
Q: Are reports of child abuse and neglect kept confidential?
A: Yes, reports of child abuse and neglect are kept confidential, and the identity of the reporter is protected by law, unless disclosure is necessary for a child's protection.
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