Child abuse; clarify willful false claims of.

Summary

It defines when a report of child abuse is considered willful false reporting, imposes up to a $5,000 fine and one year in jail, and lets courts order the reporter to reimburse investigation costs. The law also protects professionals who report in good faith and provides a defense if they relied on credible evidence.

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