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Laws current as of November 25, 2023

Who can apply for a child protective order?

The following people can file for an order on behalf of a child who is being abused/neglected or at risk of immediate abuse or neglect:

  • the child’s parent or guardian;
  • the school principal;
  • a school social worker;
  • a teacher, tutor, or caregiver;
  • a recreational leader or a sports or recreational activities coach;
  • spiritual leader;
  • neighbors from the child’s community;
  • a police officer;
  • a child advocate or an advocate of family matters (Procurador/a de Menores o Procurador/a de Asuntos de Familia);
  • a prosecutor;
  • an officer authorized by the Department of Family Services; or
  • a family member.1

1 8 L.P.R.A. § 1758

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