State of Arizona

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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