Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

Falsely accused of Child Abuse

What are my rights when falsely accused of child abuse? How long can Child Protective Services keep my kids from me without any legal action for or against me? They have kidnapped my kids from me and broken our familial bond. What penalties will CPS face because of their actions?


Asked on 3/19/04, 3:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Re: Falsely accused of Child Abuse

First, Child Protective Services will face no penalties because of their actions. Second, if you are accused of child abuse, run, don't walk to get a criminal lawyer (like myself) to protect your interests and get your children back. If this is a CINA (child in need of assistance) case, you should immediately get a hearing (again, using a criminal, or CINA savy lawyer, like myself). The longer you delay, the longer your children will not be with their father.

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Answered on 3/20/04, 10:40 am


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