Make a report
You can call 24 hours a day, every day.
Report suspected child abuse or neglect at 858-560-2191.
Within California, call toll free 800-344-6000.
Call if you are:
- Concerned about a child’s safety
- A parent afraid you may harm your child
- A child or youth who believes you are being abused. We can provide resources for more help.
Next steps
When we get a report, a social worker evaluates the report to determine if the child is at risk. The risk factors you report help us decide if or how we investigate. We could:
- Investigate within 24 hours
- Investigate within 10 days
- Refer to a community agency without investigating
Mandated reporters
If you are a Mandated Reporter (as identified by law), you must contact authorities if you suspect or are told about child abuse. See Mandated Reporter Training.
You can now self-register and submit non-urgent child abuse reports through our online Mandated Reporter Application. For technical help, please access our MRA Training Video or contact our Child Abuse Hotline at the number listed above.
Page last updated 06/10/2025
