Last updated 1/29/25
Elder/Older Adult Abuse
California Penal Code sections 368-368.7 Crimes Against Elders, Dependent Adults, and Persons with Disabilities
California Welfare and Institutions Code sections 15610-15610.70 Definitions
California Welfare and Institutions Code section 15656 Prosecution of Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Cases
Alternative 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
Protective Services and Court Orders
California Welfare and Institutions Code sections 15610-15610.70 Definitions
California Welfare and Institutions Code sections 15657-15657.8 Civil Actions for Abuse of Elderly or Dependent Adults
Suspected Financial Exploitation – Transaction Holds
California Welfare and Institutions Code section 15630.2 Broker-Dealers