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Abuse, Neglect, Or Exploitation Of Elders Or Adults With Disabilities > Definition of terms.
Short Summary
This legal document, part of the South Dakota Codified Laws, governs the abuse, neglect, or exploitation of elders or adults with disabilities. It defines key terms used in the chapter, including ‘adult with a disability,’ ‘caretaker,’ ’elder,’ ’emotional and psychological abuse,’ ’exploitation,’ ’neglect,’ and ‘physical abuse.’ An adult with a disability refers to a person aged eighteen or older who is unable to protect themselves or provide for their own care due to intellectual disability, infirmities of aging, advanced age, or physical dysfunctioning. A caretaker is someone entrusted with the property or responsible for the health and welfare of an elder or adult with a disability. An elder is defined as a person aged sixty-five or older. The document further describes emotional and psychological abuse, exploitation, neglect, and physical abuse in relation to elders or adults with disabilities. However, specific penalties for non-compliance or violation of the provisions are not mentioned in the provided content.
Whom does it apply to?
Adults with disabilities, caretakers, and elders aged sixty-five or older
What does it govern?
Abuse, Neglect, Or Exploitation Of Elders Or Adults With Disabilities
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Penalties for non-compliance or violation of the provisions are not specified in the provided content.
Jurisdiction
South Dakota