These rules make sense in cases like Nixzmary Brown's, in which there is reason to suspect harsh abuse.

Posters will urge people to call 311 if they have good reason to suspect abuse, and will warn of possibly fatal actions.

What should I do if I suspect abuse or neglect?

Reacher suspects domestic abuse and coerces the doctor into doing the right thing.

If you suspect abuse, seek help.

They can influence life-changing decisions like whether students are promoted, or what to do when a teacher suspects abuse.

You suspect child abuse or elder abuse.

The judge who issued the order said there was reason to suspect physical and mental abuse of children.

State law mandates that school personnel call the state hot line if they suspect abuse or neglect.

When patients with intrusive thoughts do not respond to treatment, physicians may suspect past physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.