Child-abuse reporting and school bullying laws in Missouri, explained in plain language with links to official sources.
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Two core topics for every state. This is a starting point, not a complete collection of state law. Federal law, tribal law, local rules, and individual circumstances may also apply.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 210.115
Listed professionals and others responsible for children must immediately report reasonable suspicion of abuse or neglect, including conditions likely to result in it. The statute also addresses institutional reporting and situations involving reports to another state.
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Mo. Rev. Stat. § 160.775
Districts must adopt anti-bullying policies. The statute addresses cyberbullying and the connection to school activities, school technology, and the educational environment; the guide explains these limits.
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