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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
Anyone who makes a report pursuant to this Article; cooperates with the county department of social services in a protective services assessment; testifies in any judicial proceeding resulting from a protective services report or assessment; provides information or assistance, including medical evaluations or consultation in connection with a report, investigation, or legal intervention pursuant to a good-faith report of child abuse or neglect; or otherwise participates in the program authorized by this Article; is immune from any civil or criminal liability that might otherwise be incurred or imposed for that action provided that the person was acting in good faith. In any proceeding involving liability, good faith is presumed.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 7B. Juvenile Code § 7B-309. Immunity of persons reporting and cooperating in an assessment - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nc/chapter-7b-juvenile-code/nc-gen-st-sect-7b-309/
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