Child Abuse and Neglect Substantiated Reports

Percentage of child abuse and neglect substantiated reports (state fiscal year) as reported by the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS), Data Book. Investigated reports may contain several allegations and those with credible evidence that abuse or neglect exists are considered substantiated.

In Nevada, abuse or neglect of a child means physical or mental non-accidental injury; sexual abuse or sexual exploitation; or negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child under the age of 18 caused or allowed by a person responsible for his welfare.