Edmonds College Glossary 
    
    Nov 21, 2024  
Edmonds College Glossary
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Abuse or Neglect


Definition
Sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, or injury of a child by any person under circumstances which cause harm to the child’s health, welfare, or safety, or the negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child by a person responsible for or providing care to the child.

Source Information
RCW 26.44.020 Definitions. -



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