Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes 9:6-8.12

  • Allegation: something that someone says happened.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
5. The Division of Child Protection and Permanency shall maintain, at all times, an emergency telephone service for the receipt of calls involving a report, complaint, or allegation of child abuse or neglect.

L.1971, c.437, s.5; amended 2004, c.130, s.24; 2012, c.16, s.25.