ARSD 67:14:30:02. Children eligible for child protective services

A child is eligible for child protective services if the child is under 18 years of age, and the child is alleged or determined to be unsafe because the individuals responsible for the child's care are unable or unwilling to keep the child safe from harm or threats of harm or if a child is abused or neglected as defined in SDCL 26-8A-2.