Mandated Reporter Records Supplemental Slides, 2009 E. VanBergeijk, Dean, NYIT

• Mandated Reporter Records Supplemental Slides, 2009 E. VanBergeijk, Dean, NYIT

• The mandated reporter to whom the request is directed makes the determination of what information is essential

• The amendment to SSL §415 only applies to the records of the mandated reporter who made the report

• The purpose of the inclusion of these records is to support a full investigation of allegations of child abuse or maltreatment

• Written reports from mandated reporters shall be admissible in evidence in any proceedings relating to child abuse and maltreatment

• No written consent is required