Child Abuse

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Child abuse is broadly defined in many states as any type of cruelty inflicted upon a child, including mental abuse, physical harm, neglect, and ***ual abuse or exploitation. The specific crimes charged in instances of child abuse can include assault and battery (http://criminal.findlaw.com/crimes/a-z/assault_battery.html). In many states, certain individuals and caregivers are required by law to report suspected child abuse.

See also:
from FindLaw's Family Law Center
Child Abuse (http://family.findlaw.com/child-abuse/)