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Can you summarize 21 OKST 843.4?
Miscellaneous Offenses Against the Person > Exploitation of Elderly Persons or Disabled Adults - Definitions - Penalties
Short Summary
This section of the Oklahoma Statutes, under Crimes and Punishments, specifically addresses the exploitation of elderly persons or disabled adults. It defines exploitation as knowingly obtaining or using an elderly person’s or disabled adult’s funds, assets, or property with the intent to deprive them of use, benefit, or possession. Exploitation can occur when the person stands in a position of trust and confidence with the elderly person or disabled adult, has a business relationship with them, or conspires with another person. The section also establishes penalties based on the value of the funds, assets, or property involved. If the value is $100,000 or more, the violator can face imprisonment for up to 15 years and a fine of up to $10,000. If the value is less than $100,000, the violator can be imprisoned for up to 10 years and fined up to $10,000. The section further defines an elderly person as someone who is 62 years of age or older.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who knowingly obtains or uses an elderly person's or disabled adult's funds, assets, or property with the intent to deprive them of use, benefit, or possession
What does it govern?
Exploitation of elderly persons or disabled adults
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
If the funds, assets, or property involved are valued at $100,000 or more, the violator can be imprisoned for up to 15 years and fined up to $10,000. If the value is less than $100,000, the violator can be imprisoned for up to 10 years and fined up to $10,000.
Jurisdiction
Oklahoma