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6319 – Penalties | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law 23 Pa.C.S. 6319 details penalties for failing to report child abuse, including misdemeanors and felonies, with provisions for ongoing and repeat offenses.

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6319 – Penalties

Pennsylvania Title 23 - Domestic Relations § 6319

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Pennsylvania law 23 Pa.C.S. 6319 outlines penalties for failing to report suspected child abuse by mandated reporters. It specifies the severity of offenses, including misdemeanors and felonies, based on the nature of the failure and the severity of the abuse. The law also addresses ongoing failure to report and repeat offenses, increasing penalties accordingly.
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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law 23 Pa.C.S. 6319 details penalties for failing to report child abuse, including misdemeanors and felonies, with provisions for ongoing and repeat offenses.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.

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