Abused definition

Abused means subjected to child abuse.
Abused means that a child (a) has had physical injury or injuries inflicted upon him or her other than by accidental means, or (b) has injuries which are at variance with the history given of them, or (c) is in a condition which is the result of maltreatment, such as, but not limited to, malnutrition, sexual molestation or exploitation, deprivation of necessities, emotional maltreatment or cruel punishment.
Abused means any case in which a child has been the victim of:

Examples of Abused in a sentence

  • Per the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act (ANCRA, 325 ILCS 5/4), mandated reporters are professionals who may work with children in the course of their professional duties.

  • All staff and volunteers follow the NYSCP Child Protection Procedures and Practice Guidance which are consistent with Keeping Children Safe in Education; Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018 and What To Do If You Are Worried A Child is Being Abused 2015.

  • The tender of any tenderer may be disregarded if that tenderer, or any of its directors have: ● Abused the institution’s supply chain management system; ● Committed fraud or any other improper conduct in relation to such system; or ● Failed to perform on any previous contract.

  • HRIFA Eligibility for Abused Spouses and Children You may apply to adjust status if you are an abused spouse or child of a HRIFA-eligible spouse or parent.

  • The purpose of this policy guide is to inform staff and mandated reporters of changes pursuant to Public Act 101-0564 and Public Act 101-0237 which amend the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act and require amendments to Rules 300, Reports of Child Abuse and Neglect.


More Definitions of Abused

Abused means that a child:
Abused means the willful infliction of physical pain or injury or willful deprivation by a caretaker of services which are necessary to the person’s health or safety.
Abused means that a child or youth (A) has been inflicted with physical injury or injuries other than by accidental means, (B) has injuries that are at variance with the history given of them, or (C) is in a condition that is the result of maltreatment, including, but not limited to, malnutrition, sexual molestation or exploitation, deprivation of necessities, emotional maltreatment or cruel punishment;
Abused means subjected to child abuse. “Child” means any person under 18 years of age. “Child abuse” means:
Abused means that a child (a) has had physical injury or injuries inflicted upon him or her other than by accidental means, or (b) has injuries which are at variance with the history given of them, or (c) is in a condition which is the result
Abused means conduct as defined in section 16-1602(1), Idaho Code.
Abused means any case in which a child has been the victim of conduct or omission resulting in skin bruising, bleeding, malnutrition, burns, fracture of any bone, sub-Dural hematoma, soft tissue swelling, failure to thrive or death, and such condition or death is not justifiably explained, or where the history given concerning such condition or death is at variance with the degree or type of such condition or death, or the circumstances indicate that such condition or death may not be the product of an accidental occurrence; or sexual conduct, including rape, molestation, incest, prostitution, obscene or pornographic photographing, filming or depiction for commercial purposes, or other similar forms of sexual exploitation harming or threatening the child’s health or welfare or mental injury to the child.