Since 2012, Coalition for Elder & Dependent Adult Rights (CEDAR) encouraged San Jose Police Department to develop an elder abuse policy that is consistent with California's Penal Code 368 and with 21st century thought on civil rights.
In June 2015, the Santa Clara County Civil Grand reported on deficiencies in the Department's elder abuse policy. In September 2015, the Department is revising their elder abuse policy according to recommendations from the Civil Grand Jury and from CEDAR.
To our knowledge, San Jose Police Department is the first department in the nation to take these steps. Kudos to SJPD for leading the way!
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San Jose Police Department Develops Elder Abuse Policy
Congratulations CEDAR!
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