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Can a mentally incompetent adult be charged with parent elder abuse?
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∙ 14y ago
- No, a mentally incompetent adult cannot be charged with parent elder abuse, but, they must see a doctor; tested for their mental incompetence and absolved of looking after their elderly parent.
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What would a parent have to do to be considered and abuser?
abuse the child mentally or physically
St of tn if prim parent has be charged with child abuse can the non cost parent be charged with emot neglect if he has caused the stress and fefuses to see the child?
This decision would be up to the district attorney and/or child protective services. I doubt it would ever happen. Lack of involvement by the absent parent is not a defense to child abuse.
Can someone use a shotgun with a person of 20 years of age?
Can't be answered without more information. Is the 20 yr old a felon? Mentally incompetent? Convicted of spouse abuse? How old is the other person?
What is the Florida law on spanking children?
Florida restricts all spanking as child abuse. Florida law states that any act that can physically or mentally hurt a child is considered child abuse and you can be charged with a felony for it.
What happens to a parent that locks his 17 year old out of the house?
They can be charged with abandonment and abuse. Until the child is 18 the parents are responsible.
Can a non-abusive parent be charged with child abuse?
How do YOU define"non-abusive?" If a complaint is made against you and the subsequent investigation discloses that there is probable cause to believe that it is true, yes, you can be charged.
Is it wrong to abuse you child mentally?
Very.
Can a homeless mother be charged with child abuse in CA?
No not with child abuse, but child endangerment. She will be charged with abuse if she abuses her child! (i am a law enforcement officer)
What is the term for mentally harassing someone?
Psychological Abuse
Can alcohol make people mentally ill?
Alcohol can exacerbate existing mental health conditions and increase the risk of developing new ones, such as anxiety and depression. Chronic alcohol abuse can also lead to cognitive impairment and contribute to the development of conditions like alcohol-induced psychosis. Alcohol can affect brain chemistry and neurotransmitter levels, which may impact mood and mental health over time.
Can a police officer question a minor about abuse that the child alleging without a parent present?
If the alleged abuse is about the parent then yes.
Can a 18 year old with a disability sue a step parent for verbal and emotional abuse?
If you are legally "competent" - at 18 you are probably legally emancipated in your state. You can leave home (if physically/mentally capable) but without any signs of physical abuse, I doubt that your grounds for suit are valid.
