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How to Appeal a DCS Substantiation in Indiana: Understanding the Two-Step Process
If you have received a Notice of Right to Appeal a Child Abuse or Neglect Substantiation from the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS), it means the agency has determined there is enough evidence to substantiate an allegation against you. A substantiation can have serious consequences, including being listed on Indiana’s Child Protection Index (CPI), which can affect your ability to work in certain fields and impact custody rights.
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