Child Endangerment Vs Cruelty

Summary

Child endangerment involves exposing a child to harmful situations, such as having drugs in a car, and can result in 1-10 years imprisonment in Georgia. Cruelty to children involves causing physical or mental harm and has varying penalties depending on the degree. Both charges are serious, and the specific penalties depend on the case details and court interpretation. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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What is the difference between child and dangerment and cruelty to children and which could you get charged with for having drugs in the car
Hello ****,
- Child endangerment involves exposing a child to a harmful situation, which could include having drugs in the car.
- Cruelty to children involves causing physical or mental harm.
Charges depend on jurisdiction and specific circumstances. Could you specify your location for further guidance?
Georgia
In Georgia:
- Child endangerment can result from having drugs in a car with a child. It's a felony with a penalty of *-10 years imprisonment.
- Cruelty to children involves physical/mental harm or negligence leading to excessive physical/mental pain. It's divided into three degrees with varying penalties.
Remember, charges depend on specifics of each case.
So a friend of mine fell asleep in her vehicle at a gas station with the car off her daughter was in the vehicle also but was buckled into her car seat and was asleep before they even got to the gas station someone called the cops to check on them and my friend was arrested for possession and cruelty to children
In Georgia, the act of having drugs in a vehicle with a child, irrespective of whether the child is asleep, could lead to child endangerment charges. Cruelty to children may apply if there's proof of harm or negligence. The specific charges depend on the evidence presented and the prosecutor's discretion.
So it just seems like she should have been charged with child endangerment I don't really know if the sentencing would be worse or better
In Georgia, both child endangerment and cruelty to children are serious charges. However, the penalties vary:
- Child Endangerment: Felony, *-10 years imprisonment.
- Cruelty to children (1st degree): Felony, *-20 years imprisonment.
It ultimately depends on the court's interpretation of the case details.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you or your friend have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. It's important to consult a legal professional in your area to fully understand the implications.