Approved by the Governor - Chapter 653
Summary
The bill revises Maryland’s adult protective services law by defining abuse, neglect, self‑neglect, exploitation and related terms for vulnerable adults. It requires health practitioners, police officers and human service workers to report suspected abuse promptly, and obligates the local department of aging to begin an investigation within five business days (or 24 hours for emergencies) and to complete it with an indicated, not indicated, or undetermined finding within 60 days (or 10 days for emergencies). The changes aim to speed protection for vulnerable adults and clarify reporting and investigative responsibilities.
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