SB243

Establishes an adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation central registry in Virginia.

The bill creates an adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation central registry in Virginia, managed by the Department of Social Services. This registry will be searchable by the public and will contain substantiated reports of adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of local departments in investigating such reports, including the establishment of multidisciplinary teams to assist in detection, investigation, and prevention.