DCFS refers to the Department of Children and Family Services. In the likelihood that someone reports a parent or caregiver to DCFS for suspected child abuse and/or neglect, the case may result in an investigation conducted by the Department. If there is credible evidence that the child has been abused or neglected, DCFS designates the matter as indicated. If the case is determined to be unfounded it means that there was no evidence present that the child had been abused or neglected. However, if the case is an indicated case, you have the right to appeal the report.
Downers Grove DCFS Appeals
First and foremost, before the case reaches the appeal level, it is imperative that you seek the legal advice of a lawyer who is well-versed in the defense of child abuse and neglect matters. This is a time when you are going to want to count on Dennis A. Harrison for the kind of proficiency that he can deliver in the courtroom. Appealing a case before a administrative hearing judge is difficult and not something an untrained lay person should ever attempt. There are stringent time limitations which must be met and evidence to submit and witnesses to present. Not all lawyers handle DCFS Appeals, so you are going to want someone who does and who knows what he is doing like Dennis A. Harrison! The last thing you want to do is to run the risk of an unfavorable decision that will follow you around the rest of your life like a shadow. If you are facing down an appeal, your do not have to do it alone, you can depend upon Dennis A. Harrison to ensure that your rights are protected throughout appeal process.