The End of the Secret: 5 Ways State Laws are Redefining Who Must Protect Our Children

A wave of new state laws is significantly expanding the net of legal responsibility, moving the front lines of child safety into sectors previously shielded by tradition or trade secrets. From the high-stakes talent agencies of Hollywood to the sacred silence of the confessional, the state is making a clear declaration: no institution is exempt from oversight. Do you realize that your talent manager, your child’s volunteer sports coach, or even your priest might now be legally required to report your private family struggles to the authorities? We are entering the era of "Absolute Grounding," where the legal obligation to report suspected abuse is becoming near-universal.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/go-beyond-the-brief--6353252/support.