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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(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 the use, benefit, or possession of the funds, assets or property, or to benefit someone other than the elder person by a person who:
(i) Stands in a position of trust and confidence with the elder person; or
(ii) Has a business relationship with the elder person; or
(2) Knowingly, by deception or intimidation, obtains or uses, endeavors to obtain or use, or conspires with another to obtain or use an elder person's funds, assets, or property with the intent to temporarily or permanently deprive the elder person of the use, benefit, or possession of the funds, assets, or property, or to benefit someone other than the elder person, by a person who knows or reasonably should know that the elder person lacks the capacity to consent.
(b) Any person who shall exploit an elder person as defined in this chapter shall be guilty of a felony.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 11. Criminal Offenses § 11-68-2. Exploitation of an elder person - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-11-criminal-offenses/ri-gen-laws-sect-11-68-2/
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