Last updated 1/29/25
Elder/Older Adult Abuse
Hawaii Revised Statutes section 706-660.2 Sentence of imprisonment for offenses against children, elder persons, or handicapped persons
Hawaii Revised Statutes section 709-905 Endangering the welfare of an incompetent person
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
Hawaii Revised Statutes section 28-94 Dependent elder abuse; suits by the State; civil penalties
Hawaii Revised Statutes section 346-231 Order for immediate protection
Suspected Financial Exploitation - Transaction Holds
Hawaii Revised Statutes sections 485A.801-809 Broker-Dealers
