Law enforcement must orally inform a child's school within 24 hours and provide written notification within how many days?

• A. 14 days
• B. 7 days
• C. 1 day
• D. 30 days

Answer: (B)

Timely notification to a school is about coordinating safety and keeping proper records when law enforcement interacts with a minor. Law enforcement must orally inform the child’s school within 24 hours so the school is alerted immediately and can take appropriate safety and support measures. Written notification within seven days provides a formal, documented notice the school can file and use to coordinate with other agencies, track the case, and plan any needed interventions or supports. The seven-day written deadline keeps the process prompt without being so strict that it hinders proper documentation, whereas shorter or longer windows would either rush or delay the required documentation.