Section 3-604 – Abuse or Neglect of a Vulnerable Adult in the First Degree
(a) (1) In this section and §§ 3–605 and 3–606 of this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (2) (i) “Abuse” means the sustaining of physical pain or injury by a vulnerable adult as a result of cruel or inhumane treatment or as a result of a malicious act under circumstances that indicate that the vulnerable adult’s […]
Section 3-605 – Abuse or Neglect of a Vulnerable Adult in the Second Degree
(a) This section does not apply to abuse that involves sexual abuse of a vulnerable adult. (b) (1) A caregiver, a parent, or other person who has permanent or temporary care or responsibility for the supervision of a vulnerable adult may not: (i) cause abuse or neglect of the vulnerable adult; or (ii) intentionally and maliciously inflict severe emotional distress […]