Neglect of a vulnerable person

Ark. Code Ann. § 5-29-204 — under Vulnerable Persons.

Ark. Code Ann. § 5-29-204

(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.

(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.