You will also need to include any other actions you have taken. X-rays and/or medical summaries should then be sent to the county agency with the Report of Suspected Child Abuse, the case must be brought before a judge within 72 hours. This action may be taken when it is immediately necessary to protect the child from further harm. When a child is taken into protective custody that person (e.g., if necessary, physician, etc.) must immediately notify the county agency. A child cannot be held in this type of protective custody for more than 24 hours. However, law enforcement, the county agency can obtain a court order permitting the child to remain in protective custody for a longer period of time. If a child is taken into emergency custody, or as soon after as possible.
