CA/N Forms Can Be Submitted Electronically

Announcement: Child Abuse/Neglect Clearances

This is to inform all providers that Child Abuse/Neglect Clearance (CAN) forms can now be submitted electronically.

Only the DHR-FSC-1598 (Revised December 2009) form will be utilized. When the completed form is scanned and emailed, it must contain an original signature of the individual being cleared. Completed 1598's must be submitted within ninety (90) days from the date the person to be cleared (applicant) signed the form. These forms are to be scanned and emailed to [email protected].

Forms are still being accepted via mail and should be sent (along with a copy) to the: State of Alabama DHR; Office of Child Protective Services; CA/N Central Registry; 50 N. Ripley Street; Montgomery, Alabama 36130. Requests may be sent via U.S. Mail, UPS, or FedEx. The person or facility requesting the clearance MUST provide an original signature and one (1) copy of the 1598 Form with all information completed when the form is mailed.