Protecting Our Children

If the child is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local police or sheriff's department.

To report suspected child abuse or neglect, call 952-891-7459.

Crisis Response and after hours, call 952-891-7171.

People Who Abuse... What is Physical Abuse? What is Emotional Maltreatment? What is Child Neglect? What is Sexual Abuse? Investigation Process Mandated Reporter Information Preventing Child Abuse in Dakota County Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC) Preventing Youth Violence and Bullying Bullying and Harassment: What can parents do? Bullying and Harassment: What can schools do? Truancy - Violation of School Attendance Laws