Everything You Need to Know About Child Protective Services (CPS) in California

Child Protective Services (CPS) is a government agency that protects children in cases of suspected abuse or threats to safety. Many families don’t know what to expect and feel anxious about interacting with CPS.

WEIRA is hosting this webinar to provide clarity and reduce anxiety by explaining how the process works. You’ll gain knowledge to feel more confident and prepared.

Topics Covered:

• Laws governing CPS and when they are required to respond

• Who can (and should) file a report with CPS

• How the process begins: from the report to the specialist’s visit

• How investigations are conducted, what questions are asked, and key information parents need

• Rights of parents and children during CPS contact

• Necessary documents and evidence in case of an “unjust” CPS report
  

Speaker: Marianna Kritzberg — Master’s in Psychology and Social Work, 20+ years of practical experience in domestic and sexual violence, 15 years with Child Protective Services 🆓 Free event

Questions: info@weira.org

Donations to support WEIRA are welcome (tax-deductible).

💜 Join us in a safe space to get practical legal knowledge and support.