Division of Milwaukee Child Protective Services

The State of Wisconsin Division of Milwaukee County Child Protective Services (DMCPS) is a division within the Department of Children and Families. DMCPS is responsible for the administration for child welfare services in Milwaukee County. DMCPS's vision is having safe children and healthy families in Milwaukee County. To achieve our vision, we will respond to concerns of child safety and through partnership with families and the community, focus on keeping children safely at home. The purpose of the child protective services system is to keep children safe and to support families to provide safe, permanent, and nurturing home for their children. 

If you are unable to find what you are looking for on our website, please visit our contact page and we would be happy to assist you. 

If you are a member of the media, please contact our Communications Office. Please be aware that that CPS records are highly confidential under Chapter 48 Wisconsin Children's Code.

If you are looking to submit an appeal or records request, please visit out Parents & Caregivers section below.