Washington Code § 26.44.040

Reports—Oral, written—Contents
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An immediate oral report must be made by telephone or otherwise to the proper law enforcement agency or the department and, upon request, must be followed by a report in writing. Such reports must contain the following information, if known: (1) The name, address, and age of the child; (2) The name and address of the child's parents, stepparents, guardians, or other persons having custody of the child; (3) The nature and extent of the alleged injury or injuries; (4) The nature and extent of the alleged neglect; (5) The nature and extent of the alleged sexual abuse; (6) Any evidence of previous injuries, including their nature and extent; and (7) Any other information that may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's death, injury, or injuries and the identity of the alleged perpetrator or perpetrators.

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