Last updated 2/5/25
Elder/Older Adult Abuse
West Virginia Code section 61-2-29 Abuse or neglect of incapacitated adult; definitions; penalties
West Virginia Code section 61-2-29a Death of an incapacitated adult by a caregiver
West Virginia Code section 61-2-29b Financial exploitation of an elderly person, protected person, or incapacitated adult; penalties; 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
West Virginia Code section 9-6-1 Social Services for Adults—Definitions
West Virginia Code section 9-6-4 Action to abate abuse, neglect, emergency, or financial exploitation
West Virginia Code section 9-6-5 Emergency immediate remedial treatment; procedure
