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Can you summarize KYRS 209.990?
PROTECTION OF ADULTS > Penalties.
Short Summary
This legal document, part of the Kentucky Revised Statutes, pertains to the protection of adults. It outlines the penalties for various violations related to the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults. Knowingly or wantonly violating the provisions of KRS 209.030(2) is considered a Class B misdemeanor. Knowingly abusing or neglecting an adult is a Class C felony, while wantonly abusing or neglecting an adult is a Class D felony. Recklessly abusing or neglecting an adult is a Class A misdemeanor. Exploiting an adult, resulting in a total loss of more than three hundred dollars ($300) in financial or other resources, is a Class C felony. Wantonly or recklessly exploiting an adult, resulting in a total loss of more than three hundred dollars ($300), is a Class D felony. Knowingly, wantonly, or recklessly exploiting an adult, resulting in a total loss of three hundred dollars ($300) or less, is a Class A misdemeanor. Additionally, if a defendant fails to return the victim’s property within thirty (30) days of an order by the sentencing court or is delinquent in a court-ordered payment schedule, they may be civilly liable to the victim for treble damages, attorney fees, and court costs.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who violates the provisions
What does it govern?
Protection of adults
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Class B misdemeanor, Class C felony, Class D felony, Class A misdemeanor
Jurisdiction
Kentucky