Child neglect may be defined as negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child, including the failure to provide adequate food, medical treatment, clothing or shelter. The exception is a parent or guardian legitimately practicing his or her religious beliefs who does not provide specified medical treatment for a child for that reason.
However, such an exception does not preclude a court order that medical services be provided to the child where the child’s health requires it.
REPORT EVEN SUSPECTED CHILD NEGLECT TO YOUR LOCAL HUMAN RESOURCES AGENCY LISTED IN YOUR PHONE BOOK, GOVERNMENT SECTION