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Can you summarize WYST 6-2-507?
ASSAULT AND BATTERY > Abuse, neglect, abandonment, intimidation or exploitation of a vulnerable adult; penalties
Short Summary
This legal document, found under Wyoming Statutes, falls under the category of Crimes and Offenses, specifically Offenses Against the Person, Assault and Battery. It governs the abuse, neglect, abandonment, intimidation, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult. Any person who intentionally or recklessly engages in such actions towards a vulnerable adult is considered guilty. Reckless abuse, neglect, abandonment, intimidation, or exploitation is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year in jail, a fine of $1,000, or both, and registration on the central registry. Intentional abuse, neglect, or abandonment of a vulnerable adult is a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both, and registration on the central registry. Exploitation of a vulnerable adult is also a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both, and registration on the central registry.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who intentionally or recklessly abuses, neglects, abandons, intimidates, or exploits a vulnerable adult
What does it govern?
Abuse, neglect, abandonment, intimidation or exploitation of a vulnerable adult
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
For reckless abuse, neglect, abandonment, intimidation or exploitation of a vulnerable adult: misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year in jail, a fine of $1,000, or both, and registration on the central registry. For intentional abuse, neglect or abandonment of a vulnerable adult: felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both, and registration on the central registry. For exploitation of a vulnerable adult: felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both, and registration on the central registry.
Jurisdiction
Wyoming