Florida Child Welfare Case Manager Certification Practice Exam

Before an alleged perpetrator can be informed about the identity of the reporter, what must be obtained?

1. Written permission from the reporter

2. Court order

3. Parental consent

4. Child's agreement

The correct answer is: Written permission from the reporter

Before an alleged perpetrator can be informed about the identity of the reporter, written permission from the reporter must be obtained. This is to protect the confidentiality and safety of the reporter, as well as to ensure their consent in the disclosure process. Option B, a court order, may only be obtained in certain legal proceedings and is not applicable in all situations. Option C, parental consent, is not relevant as the reporter's age or parental status does not impact the requirement of written permission. Option D, the child's agreement, also does not apply as the reporter's consent is necessary regardless of their age or willingness to disclose their identity.