SB650

Hawaii SB650 makes financial exploitation of vulnerable adults by caregivers a class A felony.

Hawaii SB650 addresses the issue of financial exploitation of vulnerable adults by caregivers. It defines financial exploitation as a class A felony, including actions such as unauthorized appropriation of money or property, misuse of power of attorney, or coercion to take assets exceeding $50,000. The bill aims to protect vulnerable adults, who are unable to manage their own care or daily activities due to mental, developmental, or physical impairments. The legislation does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date.