Empower Law Enforcement to Protect Families from Unjust CPS Interventions

My family has personally experienced the devastating consequences of an unjust Child Protective Services (CPS) intervention. It is with a heavy heart and a deep sense of urgency that I create this petition, seeking to empower law enforcement officers with the right and duty to intervene when they witness CPS acting inappropriately or wrongly.

As a concerned citizen who has endured the trauma of having my family torn apart by unfounded allegations, I firmly believe that it is crucial for our society to address this issue. While I acknowledge that CPS plays an essential role in protecting children from abuse and neglect, there are instances where their actions can be misguided or even malicious, causing irreparable harm to innocent families.

It is disheartening to learn that many law enforcement officers often witness these injustices but lack the authority or legal framework necessary to intervene on behalf of families they know are being wronged by CPS. This creates a system where those who are meant to protect us are forced into silence while witnessing grave injustices unfold before their eyes.

To support this petition's call for change, let us examine some relevant facts:

1. According to a report published by The Washington Post in 2017, there were over 4 million child abuse referrals made nationwide. However, only 57% of these referrals were substantiated as actual cases of abuse or neglect.
(Source: The Washington Post)

2. A study conducted by Dr. Richard Wexler from the National Coalition for Child Protection Reform revealed that approximately one-third of children removed from their homes by CPS agencies should never have been taken away in the first place.
(Source: National Coalition for Child Protection Reform)

These statistics highlight the urgent need for reform within our child protection system. By granting law enforcement officers the authority and responsibility to step in when they witness wrongful actions committed by CPS workers during home visits, we can ensure that families are protected from unnecessary trauma and separation.

By signing this petition, you are supporting the following demands:

1. Grant law enforcement officers the right to intervene when they witness CPS acting inappropriately or wrongly during home visits.
2. Provide comprehensive training to law enforcement officers regarding child protection laws and protocols, enabling them to make informed judgments when intervening in CPS interventions.
3. Establish a clear legal framework outlining the circumstances under which law enforcement officers can intervene and protect families from unjust CPS actions.

Together, let us stand up for justice and protect innocent families from unwarranted harm caused by misguided or malicious CPS interventions. Sign this petition today to empower our law enforcement officers with the authority they need to safeguard our communities' well-being.

Thank you for your support in making a difference for countless families who have suffered at the hands of an unjust system.