My client acted out of genuine concern for the well-being of her sister's children. Finding them in such deplorable conditions, with no contact from their mother for days, any reasonable person would have acted similarly. The children's safety was paramount.
The accuser conveniently omits the fact that she could have first discussed the situation with her sister and offered support before resorting to such drastic measures. Reporting to CPS without warning reeks of self-righteousness and a desire to interfere in her sister's life under the guise of concern.
While the accuser's intentions might seem noble, the precipitous action of involving CPS without attempting a direct intervention with the sister first is questionable. However, the living conditions described and the extended abandonment cannot be ignored. The mother's irresponsibility and the potential harm to the children outweigh the breach of familial trust.