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A substantiated finding on California’s Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) threatens your professional stature and parental sovereignty.

Johnson Criminal Law Group offers unparalleled legal expertise to resolve this administrative crisis. We execute a forensic audit of the investigative record to invalidate flawed findings and secure the definitive restoration of your reputation.

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Invalidate Flawed Allegations and Clear Your Name with the California DOJ

Audit the Investigative Record for Errors

Review the reporting agency’s file to expose the inaccuracies that led to the “Substantiated” finding

Cross-Examine Agency Witnesses

Break down the state’s narrative by questioning the social workers & reporters behind the CACI listing

Deconstruct Legal & Regulatory Mistakes

Secure an invalid finding by identifying and challenging procedural overreach by California agencies

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Navigate the grievance process to mandate the total purge of your information from the Department of Justice
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CACI Hearing Defense Case Results

Successfully reunited a family by advocating for the return of children to their parents’ custody after thorough investigation and evidence presentation.
Assisted a client in obtaining custody of their child after intervention from CPS, ensuring the child’s safety and well-being while preserving the parent-child bond.
Represented a client in a complex CPS hearing, resulting in a favorable ruling that allowed the children to remain with their parents while receiving necessary support services.
Successfully defended a client against allegations of substance abuse, mental health issues, and domestic violence, leading to the dismissal of the CPS case and the preservation of the family’s rights and integrity.
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I really appreciate everything she has done for me; I cannot thank her enough! Ms. Johnson-Norris did an absolutely thorough job by answering any and all questions that I had. She called me with updates and preferences on how I should be handling the case, which made the whole process very reassuring. The staff was very up to date with all of the follow-up information that was involved with my case that was also extremely beneficial. Ms. Johnson-Norris had a very reassuring aspect about her that made it very easy to let her handle the case. If anything were to go wrong with anyone I am associated with, she will be the lawyer of choice. I really appreciate everything that she has done for me, I can not thank her enough!

Mr. D., a criminal defense client

Ms. Johnson-Norris was recommended to me by many sources. She was the perfect fit, financially and professionally. I did what she told me to do to get the best possible resolution and it definitely paid off. I would recommend Lauren Johnson-Norris to anyone and am truly grateful for her services. She gave me peace of mind in some bad times. Thanks, Ms. Johnson-Norris!

A client charged with an alcohol-related misdemeanor

Thank you so much for all your help with our case. It was a pleasure meeting you and I appreciate all you’ve done for my family. You are the best attorney that we could have and we are so grateful that we met you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

A juvenile delinquency client’s parent

Ms. Johnson-Norris always made me feel comfortable and confident. I was able to trust her and feel at ease very quickly. I felt like she was always on top of things and she left no questions unanswered and made that stressful time much easier for me.

E.K.

Ms. Johnson-Norris is the absolute definition of an attorney. She not only helped me with my petty theft case, but she also gave me peace of mind during these difficult times. The reason I would recommend Ms. Johnson-Norris is much more than just ‘she gets the job done.’ Rather, she works for you and gets results by taking the burden off you! I want to thank her for her time and encourage anyone who needs help to look to her for answers.

Nicole

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CACI Hearings FAQs

What is the CACI, and how does it impact me?
The California Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) is a database maintained by the Department of Justice. A listing here signifies that an agency has reached a “Substantiated” finding against you. This isn’t just a record; it is a structural barrier that can trigger immediate restrictions on your professional licensing, employment eligibility, and parental sovereignty.
The process is an administrative proceeding conducted by the reporting agency, not a traditional courtroom. A social worker acts as the hearing officer to review the evidence. Because this is a niche area of law, having an Orange County CACI hearing lawyer is critical to ensure that the rules of evidence are enforced and that the agency is held to the strict legal standards required to maintain a listing.
Our firm executes a forensic audit of the initial investigation to identify factual inaccuracies or mistakes of law. We do not merely “dispute” the claim; we deconstruct the agency’s narrative. To secure a removal, we must demonstrate that the finding lacks sufficient evidence or was based on a misinterpretation of California Child Abuse Central Index statutes.
Under California law, a substantiated finding of “General Neglect” does not typically appear on the CACI. However, it still creates a dangerous investigative momentum that can impact child custody or lead to court intervention. We treat every substantiated finding with the same level of tactical urgency to prevent long-term systemic ramifications.
Upon a successful challenge, the state is mandated to remove or modify the listing in the Department of Justice database. This CACI grievance hearing victory functions as a definitive restoration of your reputation. Because very few attorneys have mastered this specific administrative machinery, our firm’s deep experience in this niche provides a formidable advantage in securing a total purge of the record.

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