§ 11-68-1. Definitions. As used in this chapter: (1) “Business relationship” means a relationship between two (2) or more individuals or entities where there exists an oral or written contract or agreement for goods or services. (2) “Caregiver” means a person who has been entrusted with or has assumed responsibility for the care or the […]
§ 11-68-2. Exploitation of an elder person. (a) A person is guilty of exploitation of an elder person if that person: (1) Knowingly, by deception or intimidation, obtains or uses, or endeavors to obtain or use, an elder person’s funds, assets or property with the intent to temporarily or permanently deprive the elder person of […]
§ 11-68-3. Penalties for violations. (a) Any person convicted of exploiting an elder person as provided under this chapter shall be punished as follows: (1) If the funds, assets, or property involved in the exploitation of the elder person are valued at less than five hundred dollars ($500), the person shall be subject to imprisonment […]
