Elder/Older Adult Abuse
11 Delaware Code section 1105 Crime against a vulnerable adult
31 Delaware Code sections 3902 and 3913 Adult Protective Services – Definitions and Violations
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
Suspected Financial Exploitation - Transaction Holds
31 Delaware Code section 3910(c)-(f) Financial Institutions
6 Delaware Code section 73-307 Broker-Dealers
