By law, citizens are required to make a report if they suspect or witness child abuse. Child abuse may be reported to a toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-252-5400 or online at https://www.txabusehotline.org/. If you feel your situation is a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 or contact your local law enforcement agency immediately.

If you need to report child abuse in a different state, please call the National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-422-4453.

If you are looking for a Children's Advocacy Center in another part of Texas, visit Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas for a complete list. The National Children's Alliance maintains a list of Children's Advocacy Centers across the United States.