State of Georgia

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Elder/Older Adult Abuse

Georgia Code sections 16-5-100—105 Crimes Against the Person—Protection of Elder Persons

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

Georgia Code section 30-5-5 Adult Protection of Disabled Adults and Elder Persons—Investigation of reports of need for protective services; interference with investigation; provision of protective services