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Can you summarize VACV 18.2-369?
Abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults; penalties
Short Summary
This section of the Code of Virginia addresses the abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults. It is unlawful for any responsible person to abuse or neglect a vulnerable adult. The severity of the offense determines the penalties. If the abuse or neglect does not result in serious bodily injury or disease, the responsible person is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. A second or subsequent offense is a Class 6 felony. If the abuse or neglect results in serious bodily injury or disease, it is a Class 4 felony. If the abuse or neglect leads to the death of the vulnerable adult, it is a Class 3 felony. The section provides definitions for terms such as abuse, neglect, responsible person, serious bodily injury or disease, and vulnerable adult. It also outlines exemptions for conduct in accordance with informed consent, declaration under the Health Care Decisions Act, wishes made known when not vulnerable, necessary movement or protection from harm, and bona fide recognized or approved practice to provide medical care.
Whom does it apply to?
Any responsible person who has care, custody, or control of a vulnerable adult
What does it govern?
Abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults
What are exemptions?
Conduct in accordance with informed consent, declaration under the Health Care Decisions Act, wishes made known when not vulnerable, necessary movement or protection from harm, bona fide recognized or approved practice to provide medical care
What are the Penalties?
Class 1 misdemeanor for abuse or neglect without serious bodily injury or disease; Class 6 felony for second or subsequent offense; Class 4 felony for abuse or neglect resulting in serious bodily injury or disease; Class 3 felony for abuse or neglect resulting in the death of the vulnerable adult
Jurisdiction
Virginia