Ark. Code § 5-29-204

Current with legislation from 2024 effective through May 3, 2024.
Section 5-29-204 - Neglect of a vulnerable person
(a) A person commits neglect of a vulnerable person if, being a healthcare provider or caregiver, he or she purposely neglects a vulnerable person under his or her care or to whom he or she has access due to his or her position as a healthcare provider or caregiver.
(b) Neglect of a vulnerable person is a:
(1) Class D felony if the neglect causes serious physical injury or a substantial risk of death to the vulnerable person;
(2) Class B misdemeanor if the neglect causes physical injury to the vulnerable person; or
(3) Class C misdemeanor if otherwise committed.

Ark. Code § 5-29-204

Added by Act 2023, No. 783,§ 1, eff. 8/1/2023.