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The Department of Child Services Child Welfare data breach: your legal rights

Department of Child Services Child Welfare told the Indiana Attorney General that people’s personal information was exposed. If you got a notice, these are the rights you have.

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Your rights after this breach

  • To be told about the breach

    Indiana law requires a company that loses residents' personal information to notify them. Department of Child Services Child Welfare reported this breach to the Indiana Attorney General.

    Indiana data breach notification law

  • To ask whether you can recover money

    If Department of Child Services Child Welfare did not take reasonable care of your information, you may have a claim for negligence or under Indiana law. An attorney can review it with you for free.

    Indiana common law and consumer protection statutes

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What Department of Child Services Child Welfare reported

Reported to
Indiana Attorney General
Date filed
September 11, 2025
People notified
Not stated
Cause in filing
Not stated

The Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) is a government social services agency responsible for child welfare, family support, and protective services. As a state agency, they maintain highly sensitive records including case files, family history, and investigative reports necessary for managing child safety and state-mandated support programs. In 2025, the agency officially reported a data breach to the Indiana Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized parties may have accessed the personal information of individuals within their system. If you received a data breach notification letter from the Department of Child Services, it indicates that your personal information was potentially compromised. This notice is intended to inform you of the incident and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your identity and personal security.

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Department of Child Services Child Welfare Data Breach: Your Legal Rights