Kentucky · Kentucky Revised Statutes — Penal Code (Ch. 500–534)
KRS (Penal Code) § 508.090: Definitions for KRS 508.100 to 508.120
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This statute defines key terms used in Kentucky's adult protection laws: abuse or neglect includes inflicting physical or mental injury or depriving necessary health services; controlled substance references drug laws; and helplessness means inability to defend oneself or seek police help.
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