Mandated Reporters

Mandated Reporters must report when they have: 

• Knowledge of; or
• Reasonable suspicion of 

Child abuse, child neglect, elder abuse, or abuse of a dependent adult. 

Reasonable suspicion means it is objectively reasonable to suspect abuse based on facts that could cause a reasonable person in a similar position to suspect abuse. 

Mandated Reporters are not responsible for investigating — only for reporting.

For Suspected Child Abuse (Under 18) 

Reports must be made immediately by telephone to: 

• Local law enforcement; or
• Orange County Child Abuse Registry 

A written report (Form SS 8572) must follow within 36 hours. 

Failure to report is a misdemeanor under California law. 

For Suspected Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse 

Reports must be made immediately to: 

• Adult Protective Services (APS); or
• Local law enforcement 

A written follow-up report may be required.

Mandated reporting obligations under California law are separate from Title IX reporting obligations. 

If a report involves: 

• Sexual abuse of a minor
• Sexual assault
• Dating or domestic violence
• Stalking 

The Mandated Reporter may be required to report to both: 

1. Law enforcement (if minor/elder abuse is suspected); and
2. The District Title IX Coordinator. 

Mandated Reporters cannot guarantee confidentiality when a disclosure involves suspected abuse of a minor, elder, or dependent adult. 

Students and employees who wish to speak confidentially may contact: 

• Student Health Services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Community confidential advocacy resources 

(See District Resource Page for confidential options.)

To report suspected child abuse or neglect (24 hours a day, 7 days a week): 

• (714) 940-1000 – Orange County Child Abuse Hotline
• Toll-Free: (800) 207-4464
• These numbers connect you to the Orange County Child Protective Services reporting line for suspected abuse of minors. 
• Website: www.ssa.ocgov.com/abuse-reporting