Title: Explain the elements of being a mandated reporter.
Course: Criminal Justice II (15051-II) > Section: Understanding the Rule of Law

Explanation should include

- definition of mandated reporter
- who is required to report
- what incidents require reporting
- the penalties of not reporting.

Teacher Resource: Mandated Reporters - Training and Resources, (https://www.dss.virginia.gov/abuse/mr.cgi), Virginia Department of Social Services

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the punishments for failure to report?
- Who is required by law to report instances of abuse?
- What resources are available in the identification of abuse?
- Why is it necessary to enforce the mandated reporter law?
- What are the possible consequences when a mandated reporter fails to report?
- How are mandated reporters protected against retaliation from the party that was reported?