Establishes criminal penalties for abuse or neglect of incapacitated adults in West Virginia.

West Virginia SB54 establishes criminal penalties for abuse or neglect of incapacitated adults. It defines "abuse" as intentional bodily injury and "neglect" as the unreasonable failure to provide necessary care. Caregivers found guilty of abuse or neglect face misdemeanor or felony charges, with penalties including fines and imprisonment. The bill removes the element of malice in certain felony charges related to caregiver actions resulting in death.

Establishes criminal penalties for abuse or neglect of incapacitated adults in West Virginia.

West Virginia SB54 establishes criminal penalties for abuse or neglect of incapacitated adults. It defines "abuse" as intentional bodily injury and "neglect" as the unreasonable failure to provide necessary care. Caregivers found guilty of abuse or neglect face misdemeanor or felony charges, with penalties including fines and imprisonment. The bill removes the element of malice in certain felony charges related to caregiver actions resulting in death.