Wisconsin
Mandated reporters are individuals who are legally required to report known or suspected abuse and neglect of vulnerable populations to state and/or local authorities. Laws surrounding mandated reporting vary from state-to-state so please ensure your familiarity with your state's laws regarding individuals who are required to report known or suspected abuse and neglect.
Links
- State regulation.
- State training and resources.
- Abuse hotline: Contact county office, tribe, or local police to report.
Request for Child Protective Services Background Check for Certain Purposes
Purpose: gather information and authorization to complete a Child Protective Services (CPS) background check from Wisconsin's county administered child protective services data system. CPS information may be released as allowed by Wisconsin Statute Section 48.981(7).
Reports and records may be disclosed only to the following persons: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/48/xxi/981/7.
The Wisconsin Misconduct Registry Search contains information about misconduct findings, as well as the certification status for nurse aides.
Links to Registry and/or Related Information
