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Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult

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Definitions.

Purpose of Adult Protective Services Program.

Powers and duties of Adult Protective Services.

Cooperation by caretaker.

Reporting requirements -- Investigation -- Exceptions -- Immunity -- Penalties -- Nonmedical healing.

Photographing, video, and audio taping.

Peace officer's authority to transport -- Notification.

Enforcement by division -- Duty of county or district attorney.

Requests for records.

Statewide database -- Restricted use and access.

Notice of supported finding -- Procedure for challenging finding -- Limitations.

Access to information in database.

Private right of action -- Estate asset -- Attorney fees.

Protective services voluntary unless court ordered.

Costs incurred in providing of protective services.

Venue for protective services proceedings.

Emergency protective services -- Forcible entry.

Petition for injunctive relief when caretaker refuses to allow protective services.

Medical cannabis use by a vulnerable adult or guardian.