DHR Investigations
The Machine
They Called. Nothing Happened. A Dothan Woman Is in Jail. A Five Year Old Is Hospitalized
A five year old is hospitalized with life threatening brain trauma. A woman from Dothan is behind bars. And Alabama’s child welfare agency is once again facing questions about why it failed to act despite reported warnings.
Know Your Rights
Know Your Rights #2: “When Can DHR Enter Your Home? Understanding Your Rights in Alabama”
Alabama
Explanation: DHR cannot enter your home without your consent unless they have a court order or believe there's an immediate danger to the child. If they lack a court order, you can refuse entry.
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