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WobblerCalifornia · Welfare & Institutions Code § 15656

Endangering a Dependent Adult

Causing harm to a dependent adult in your care.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1The person was a dependent adult
  2. 2You caused harm or danger

Possible punishment

Up to 1 year, or 2, 3, or 4 years.