Committee members questioned DCF, DOH and local CPT/CAC leaders about CPI staffing, investigator turnover, response-time policy and reported waits for forensic interviews; DCF offered figures and said it would follow up with more detailed counts of medical providers and staffing.

The Child Advocacy Center told the La Vergne Board of Mayor and Aldermen on Oct. 30 that it needs a larger, permanent facility to handle increasing child-abuse cases and prosecution needs. The CAC reported roughly $2 million in commitments, a conditional $1 million county pledge, and is asking municipalities to consider funding to complete a buy of

Interviewer outlines steps taken during forensic interview of alleged abuse victim Emily Rodriguez

Interviewer observes child's emotional responses and tension during forensic interview process.

Forensic interviewer discusses techniques and services provided by ChildSafe in investigations.

Tennessee Assembly updates child forensic interview procedures to enhance admissibility standards.

Tennessee lawmakers revise regulations on child forensic interview admissibility in court.