Maryland HB282 modifies the Adult Protective Services to update reporting requirements and investigation procedures for vulnerable adults.

Maryland HB282 modifies the Adult Protective Services by updating the reporting requirements for suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults. The bill mandates that reports include specific details such as the alleged vulnerable adult's name, age, home address, and the nature and extent of the suspected abuse. It also outlines the roles of various entities, including local departments, State’s Attorneys, and law enforcement agencies, in investigating these reports.

Maryland HB282 modifies the Adult Protective Services to update reporting requirements and investigation procedures for vulnerable adults.

Maryland HB282 modifies the Adult Protective Services by updating the reporting requirements for suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults. The bill mandates that reports include specific details such as the alleged vulnerable adult's name, age, home address, and the nature and extent of the suspected abuse. It also outlines the roles of various entities, including local departments, State’s Attorneys, and law enforcement agencies, in investigating these reports.