Immunity from civil and criminal liability extends to which individuals who participate in an investigation at the request of Child Protective Services?

• A. Authorized Volunteers of Child Protective Services
• B. Law Enforcement Officers
• C. Both Authorized Volunteers and Law Enforcement Officers
• D. Court-Appointed Guardians

Answer: (C)

Immunity from civil and criminal liability is there to encourage cooperation in protecting children by shielding those who assist CPS from liability for actions taken in good faith during an investigation. This protection applies to both authorized volunteers and law enforcement officers who participate in the investigation at CPS’s request, as long as they act within their duties and in good faith. It does not automatically extend to court-appointed guardians, who aren’t covered by this specific immunity; they would be subject to ordinary liability rules unless another protection applies. If someone acts outside their authority or engages in willful misconduct, the immunity may not apply.