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Is neglect a criminal offense

Anonymous

∙ 11y ago

Updated: 12/14/2022

It depends on the context.

Neglecting children, people, animals and so on is a criminal offence.

Neglecting yourself (ie poor hygiene) is not. Unless you are required to be arrested under mental health laws for your protection.

Neglecting washing the dishes is not.

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∙ 11y ago

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