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by testacct22 1090 days ago
> When we tried to decline testing, we were threatened with a CPS case and the removal of our just-born child.

Pretty sure that test is voluntary in a bunch of states?

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That was my understanding, and the provider confirmed that, but we were told that it may count as neglect and that as a mandatory reporter she would be required to "submit a complaint." Phone calls were made, and she reiterated that a case would be opened and they may need to remove the child until the completion of that process.

So yes, voluntary.