6.6.F. Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect

California law requires certain individuals at Stanford to report known or reasonably suspected child abuse or neglect to the authorities. These individuals are known under the law as “Mandated Reporters.” Individuals who have been identified as Mandated Reporters for Child Abuse are required to sign the online “Acknowledgment of Mandated Reporter Status” form, following the instructions. Further information about mandatory reporting and links to the California penal code provisions are available here