Why DCFS doesn’t comment on child abuse and neglect cases

Joe DoughertyFeatured News

The Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) works with children and families during some of their most vulnerable moments. DCFS respects that each child and family has a right to privacy and remains firm in our commitment to that privacy  for the children and families of Utah. 

DCFS affirms recent law enforcement reports of our involvement in the Franke case. However, in order to protect the integrity of the necessary working relationships with those we serve, and to respect the privacy of children and families, DCFS will continue its practice and refrain from sharing specific information on a case, past or present. 

Utah law requires any person with reason to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse, neglect, or dependency to report it to DCFS or a local law enforcement agency. 

You can contact the 24/7 abuse and neglect hotline at 855-323-3237.