Child Abuse

Lawmakers on Wednesday heard about the impact of a new law that helps child victims of sex trafficking instead of treating them as criminals.Department of…

A new state law to help child victims of sex trafficking is in effect with the new year.The Florida Safe Harbor Act allows children who are rescued from…

The Florida Department of Children and Families Wednesday showed reporters through its redesigned abuse hotline. The revamped system quickly researches a…

At least 160 men in Florida are on the list of more than 1000 former Boy Scout leaders and volunteers accused of sexually abusing young scouts from the…

Forensic anthropologists are working to find the unmarked graves of the 81 boys known to have died at a notorious reform school in the Florida Panhandle. The school was known for the rough treatments juvenile delinquents received there — including severe bearings and other abuse.

As of October 1, anyone who witnesses child abuse in Florida is required by law to report it. Department of Children and Families Secretary David Wilkins…