July 30, 2026
Hema Dey
with Expert Representation During CPS Investigations
CPS investigations are frightening administrative intrusions that threaten the structural integrity of your family and your standing as a parent.
Johnson Criminal Law Group brings unparalleled experience and a proven record of successfully fighting CPS allegations in Orange County. We know how to navigate the complexities of the law and will provide honest, straightforward guidance to get you through.
Mandate constitutional compliance by investigators during every phase of the process
Supervise the restoration of parental sovereignty through navigation of court mandates
Identify procedural failures & factual inconsistencies to neutralize the state’s leverage
Deploy an independent investigation to dismantle false claims and isolate irregularities
A CPS investigation by agencies like the Orange County Social Services Agency (SSA) or DCFS is a formal inquiry into the structural integrity of your home environment. We provide the authoritative oversight necessary to manage this process. Our firm ensures that your parent’s rights in California are enforced, preventing overreach while directing the flow of information to protect your family’s standing.
The process typically initiates with a referral, followed by field interviews and environment assessments. If allegations are substantiated, the state may file a WIC 300 petition to initiate court intervention. We intervene at the earliest stages—gathering contradictory evidence and interviewing witnesses—to neutralize allegations before they escalate into formal litigation or removal proceedings.
The highest risk is inadvertent self-incrimination through unscripted interactions. Knowing what not to say to CPS is vital; providing unnecessary or irrelevant data can be used to justify a finding of risk. We provide clinical guidance on interview preparation, ensuring your responses are accurate, concise, and strategically limited to the scope of the inquiry.
When the state initiates a WIC 300 petition, we transition to an aggressive litigation stance. We execute an independent investigation to dismantle false or exaggerated claims, cross-examine state witnesses, and present compelling mitigating factors. Our objective is to compel the court to recognize that the child’s safety is best served by remaining in your care.
Understanding how to get kids back from CPS requires a sophisticated navigation of court-ordered services and petitions for return. We manage your compliance with the case plan while simultaneously challenging the state’s evidence for continued detention. Our firm advocates for a definitive resolution that prioritizes the restoration of your parental sovereignty and family unity.
