Actions that might be considered normal discipline in Korea—such as corporal punishment (spanking), leaving a young child alone in a car to run an errand, or leaving a child under 12 home alone—are classified as Child Abuse and Neglect in the U.S.
If a teacher or neighbor reports you, Child Protective Services (CPS) and police can immediately separate your child from you and place them in foster care. Do not use cultural differences as an excuse; learn the laws and hire a family defense attorney immediately if investigated.
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