The threshold for a child protection action in most jurisdictions is "suspected" abuse and neglect which includes "possible danger" to the child. No hard proof or evidence is required. The information gathered through this consent form will be sufficient to raise suspicion towards many households thereby enabling a protection action. Suspicion is largely subjective. The authorities are telegraphing their move.

The threshold for a child protection action in most jurisdictions is "suspected" abuse and neglect which includes "possible danger" to the child. No hard proof or evidence is required. The information gathered through this consent form will be sufficient to raise suspicion towards many households thereby enabling a protection action. The authorities are telegraphing their move.