Fla. Stat. 744.359
Abuse, neglect, or exploitation by a guardian

(1)

A guardian may not abuse, neglect, or exploit a ward.

(2)

A guardian has committed exploitation when the guardian:Commits fraud in obtaining appointment as a guardian;Abuses his or her powers; orWastes, embezzles, or intentionally mismanages the assets of the ward.

(a)

Commits fraud in obtaining appointment as a guardian;

(b)

Abuses his or her powers; or

(c)

Wastes, embezzles, or intentionally mismanages the assets of the ward.

(3)

A person who believes that a guardian is abusing, neglecting, or exploiting a ward shall report the incident to the central abuse hotline of the Department of Children and Families.

(4)

This section shall be interpreted in conformity with s. 825.103.

Source: Section 744.359 — Abuse, neglect, or exploitation by a guardian, https://www.­flsenate.­gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/0744.­359 (accessed Aug. 7, 2025).

Current through Fall 2025

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