Child Abuse Legal Consequences

Summary

Child abuse in New York can lead to serious legal consequences, including misdemeanor or felony charges. Intentional harm may result in assault charges, while unintentional harm could lead to charges if negligence is proven. Its important to consider the statute of limitations, gather evidence, and report the abuse to law enforcement or child protective services. Legal aid organizations can provide further assistance.

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My name is Patrick Karikas I am 26 years old from Suffolk County New York *
Hi Patrick! Thanks for providing your details. Could you please share a bit more about the legal issue you're facing?
when a human intentionally or unintentionally harms a child
Hi Patrick! Here is some general legal information about harming a child in New York:
- Child endangerment in New York is a serious offense and can be classified as a misdemeanor or felony.
- Intentional harm may lead to charges of assault or child abuse.
- Unintentional harm could still result in charges if negligence is proven.
Can you provide more details about the situation? For instance, what kind of harm was caused, and are law enforcement or child protective services involved?
My dad used to smack me on the back of the head and punch me on the back
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Patrick, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In New York, child abuse and assault are taken very seriously. If you want to pursue legal action, you may consider the following:
- Statute of Limitations: Check if the statute of limitations for child abuse cases has expired.
- Evidence: Gather any evidence or witnesses that can support your claims.
- Reporting: Consider reporting this to law enforcement or child protective services if you haven't already.
Would you like information on how to contact a local legal aid organization or law enforcement?