Child Abuse Reporting

Texas Abuse Hotline

1-800-252-5400

Anyone “having cause to believe that a child’s physical or mental health or welfare has been or may be adversely affected by abuse or neglect” MUST report the case immediately to a law enforcement agency or to the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, under Chapter 261 of the Texas Family Code. This report may be done online or by phone.

Immediate danger? Call 911

Corpus Christi Police Department    361-886-2600

RESOURCES
Children's Advocacy Center     361-855-9058
Prevent Child Abuse Texas
Signs & Symptons of Child Abuse and Neglect