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Michigan child-safety laws

Child-abuse reporting and school bullying laws in Michigan, explained in plain language with links to official sources.

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Child abuse & neglect reporting

Mich. Comp. Laws § 722.623

Listed mandated reporters with reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect must report immediately to centralized intake by telephone or the available online system. An oral telephone report must be followed by a written report within 72 hours.

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School bullying & cyberbullying

Mich. Comp. Laws § 380.1310b

The Matt Epling Safe School Law requires school policies prohibiting bullying, including cyberbullying. The guide explains reporting, investigations, and the particular rules involving school-controlled technology.

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