Child Abuse Removal Rate

Child abuse removal rate per 1,000 children, based upon the state fiscal year count of Child Protective Services investigation findings as reported by the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS), Data Book.

In Nevada, abuse or neglect of a child means physical or mental non-accidental injury; sexual abuse or sexual exploitation; or negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child under the age of 18 caused or allowed by a person responsible for his welfare.