Even absent the filing of a child abuse or neglect petition, if you believe an Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) investigation has been unjustly indicated or substantiated against you, there is a recourse. An indicated child protective investigation is a serious matter that can hinder your ability to obtain a job in the childcare field, prevent you from becoming a foster parent, prevent you from being an adoptive resource for a child, and more. Even worse, indicated child protective reports remain on your record until your youngest child turns 28.

If you are seeking to overturn an ACS investigation against you, time is of the essence. There is only a finite period that you can request a review of your indicated case, which makes it important for you to seek the assistance of counsel as soon as possible. Murgolo & Rutigliano can assist you in requesting a Fair Hearing, where an administrative judge will independently review the evidence ACS has gathered at a trial. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Judge will determine whether ACS has met its burden in proving that there is “some credible evidence” to substantiate the claims of child abuse/neglect in the report.

Given the unique employment history of both Nicholas and Melissa, they are fully aware of what an ACS investigation should look like. They know the obligations of ACS caseworkers and what evidence is necessary to substantiate a claim of child abuse/neglect. If you are seeking to overturn an ACS case that has been made against you, Murgolo & Rutigliano can assist you in whatever manner you need.