Are there any special rules for cases involving vulnerable adults?

Yes, in New Jersey, cases involving vulnerable adults have special rules. According to the New Jersey Adult Protective Services Law, a vulnerable adult is defined as any person 18 years of age or older who is unable to perform or obtain services necessary to maintain his/her physical health, mental health, or general welfare due to physical disability or mental incapacity. The New Jersey Adult Protective Services Law provides additional protection to vulnerable adults who are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. The law prohibits any form of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults by their caretakers or anyone who has responsibility for providing them with care or services. This includes mistreatment through physical violence, verbal abuse, financial exploitation, and neglect. In addition, the law requires that all caretakers of vulnerable adults, including nursing homes staff, report any instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of these adults to the appropriate authorities for investigation. If found guilty, the caretaker or person responsible for providing care or services to a vulnerable adult can face severe penalties, including fines and jail time.

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