New York S06136 identifies mandatory reporters of senior abuse and outlines reporting procedures to adult protective services.

New York S06136 amends the social services law to establish a duty to report senior abuse. It identifies mandatory reporters, including health care workers, mental health professionals, and others. These individuals must report suspected abuse within 48 hours to adult protective services. The bill defines various forms of abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional, and financial exploitation. It also mandates that institutions cannot impose conditions on staff required to report abuse. Failure to report suspected abuse can result in criminal and civil penalties.

New York S06136 identifies mandatory reporters of senior abuse and outlines reporting procedures to adult protective services.

New York S06136 amends the social services law to establish a duty to report senior abuse. It identifies mandatory reporters, including health care workers, mental health professionals, and others. These individuals must report suspected abuse within 48 hours to adult protective services. The bill defines various forms of abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional, and financial exploitation. It also mandates that institutions cannot impose conditions on staff required to report abuse. Failure to report suspected abuse can result in criminal and civil penalties.