In New Jersey, anyone with reasonable cause to believe a child is being abused should immediately call the child abuse hotline at (877) NJ ABUSE [(877) 652-2873]. If the child is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

NO PROOF IS REQUIRED TO REPORT AN ALLEGATION OF ABUSE OR NEGLECT.

The trained call screeners will determine if your referral meets the requirements for an investigation; let them make the decision--all you need to do is call!

You can call anonymously 24 hours, 7 days a week.