Alabama § 26-16-13 - State Agencies to Share Information Concerning Investigations of Child Abuse or Neglect.

Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 26-16-13 — State Agencies to Share Information Concerning Investigations of Child Abuse or Neglect., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 26-16-13. State Agencies to Share Information Concerning Investigations of Child Abuse or Neglect.

Law enforcement agencies of this state, social service agencies of this state, and state and local departments of human resources shall share information concerning investigations of suspected or actual child abuse or neglect when the sharing of such information is necessary to prevent or discover abuse or neglect of children.

Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 26-16-13

What does Code of Alabama § 26-16-13 cover?

Section 26-16-13 ("State Agencies to Share Information Concerning Investigations of Child Abuse or Neglect.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Alabama § 26-16-13?

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Is this the official text of Alabama law?

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How does Alabama § 26-16-13 apply to my situation?

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