PA child abuse registry draws criticism from parents, advocates

Being suspected of child abuse can land you in this Pa. database—even without a conviction

Pennsylvania maintains a registry of people convicted and suspected of child abuse and neglect to protect kids. But people get added to the database without a chance to defend themselves.

PA child abuse registry draws criticism from parents, advocates

HARRISBURG — To protect kids, Pennsylvania maintains a registry of people convicted and suspected of child abuse and neglect. The registry is used for background checks across the commonwealth, and in theory keeps those who could harm children away from schools, workplaces, and other sensitive settings. But the state places people on the list without legal proceedings in which they or an attorney can mount a defense. A lawsuit pending in Commonw…

Even Without A Conviction, Those Suspected Of Child Abuse Can Land On State Registry

Pennsylvania maintains a registry of people convicted and suspected of child abuse and neglect to protect kids. But people get added to the database without a chance to defend themselves. The post Even Without A Conviction, Those Suspected Of Child Abuse Can Land On State Registry appeared first on NewtownPANow.com.

Being Suspected of Child Abuse Can Land You in This Pa. Database—Even Without a Conviction

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — To protect kids, Pennsylvania maintains a registry of people convicted and suspected of child abuse and neglect. The registry is used for background checks across the commonwealth, and in theory keeps those wh…