A communication from the Massachusetts District Attorneys Association (see Section 20D of Chapter 12 of the General Laws) submitting its report on the status of child abuse and neglect cases for fiscal year 2023

This document is a formal report submitted by the Massachusetts District Attorneys Association to state officials regarding child abuse and neglect cases handled during fiscal year 2023. It details the number of referrals received, the outcomes of criminal prosecutions, and the primary reasons why cases were not pursued, such as insufficient evidence or victim non-disclosure. The report also identifies specific resource gaps, including a need for better case management systems and additional crisis services, that could improve the handling of these complex investigations.