Q: Can I have a CPS case reopened?
My son was shaken in 2017 CPS took my kids and opened a case on me. It was found I didn’t have anything to do with it or know about it. It was found I was a work at the time. They charge me with failure to protect and Child in danger meant. After finding out I was innocent My case remained open. Is there anything I can do about this case? The case was closed in 2018.
A: What are you trying to do? Are you wanting the case reopened? If so, why? It sounds like the previous case was dismissed. If this case never reached court, it likely never made it past the investigation stage. If the investigation found you were not responsible, the case would be closed. If something new happens, they will open a new case and possibly revisit old allegations. The distinction of whether you are reopening an old case or opening a new case really isn't important.
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