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Can you summarize KSST 21-5417?
CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS > Mistreatment of a dependent adult; mistreatment of an elder person.
Short Summary
This legal document pertains to the mistreatment of dependent adults or elder persons. It defines mistreatment as knowingly committing acts such as physical injury, confinement, punishment, taking personal property or financial resources, or omitting necessary treatment, goods, or services. The severity of the offense and the corresponding penalties depend on the specific act and the value of the property or resources involved. There are affirmative defenses available for certain situations, such as when the property or resources were given as a gift or approved by a court. The document also clarifies that mistreatment does not include cases where dependent adults or elder persons rely on spiritual means through prayer instead of medical treatment. Offenders may also be prosecuted for other offenses under related statutes. Overall, this document aims to protect dependent adults and elder persons from mistreatment and provides guidelines for prosecution and penalties.
Whom does it apply to?
Individuals who commit acts of mistreatment against dependent adults or elder persons
What does it govern?
Mistreatment of a dependent adult; mistreatment of an elder person
What are exemptions?
Dependent adults or elder persons who rely on spiritual means through prayer instead of medical treatment
What are the Penalties?
Severity level 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, or 8 person felonies, depending on the specific act and the value of personal property or financial resources involved. Class A person misdemeanor for cases involving less than $1,500, and severity level 7 person felony for repeat offenders.
Jurisdiction
Kansas