Last updated 1/17/25
Elder/Older Adult Abuse
Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-1802 Theft; classification; definitions
Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-3601 Domestic violence; definition; sentencing option; arrest and procedure for violations; weapon seizure
Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-3623 Child or vulnerable adult abuse; emotional abuse; classification; exceptions; definitions
Alternate Charges
Please note that the following are possible alternatives to a charge of elder or older adult abuse, and their applicability may vary depending on the specific laws of each state. Additionally, the terms used in state statutes may differ. This list is not comprehensive and is intended solely to encourage the exploration of other relevant laws.
Physical Abuse: assault and battery; homicide and related; kidnapping; domestic abuse
Sexual Abuse: assault and battery; sexual abuse; lascivious conduct; indecent exposure; domestic abuse; trafficking
Emotional/Psychological Abuse: harassment; stalking; hate crimes; eavesdropping
Financial Exploitation: embezzlement; forgery; theft and related; fraud; identify theft; burglary and robbery; money laundering; RICO; trafficking; unauthorized use of property
Neglect: homicide and related; endangerment; false imprisonment
Elder/Older Adult Abuse - Protective Orders
Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-3624 Emergency orders of protection
Arizona Revised Statutes section 46-452 Protective services workers; powers and duties; immunity; communications; access to records
Arizona Revised Statutes section 46-455 Allowing life or health of a vulnerable adult to be endangered by neglect; violation; classification; civil remedy; definitions
Arizona Revised Statutes section 46-456 Duty to a vulnerable adult; financial exploitation; civil penalties; exceptions; definitions
Suspected Financial Exploitation - Transaction Holds
Arizona Revised Statutes sections 46-471-474 Broker-Dealers
