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Does Children Services bring charges against perpetrators of child abuse/neglect?

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Does Children Services bring charges against perpetrators of child abuse/neglect?

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No. Children Services does not have the power of prosecution. Adjudication is a function of law enforcement, the prosecuting attorney and the courts. The role of Children Services is limited to protecting children and stabilizing families.