To prove the crime of Neglect of a Child, the State must prove the following three elements beyond a reasonable doubt:
1. (Defendant)
a. [willfully] [by culpable negligence] failed or omitted to provide (victim) with the care, supervision, and services necessary to maintain (victim’s) physical or mental health.
b. failed to make a reasonable effort to protect (victim) from abuse, neglect, or exploitation by another person.
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To prove the crime of Neglect of a Child, the State must prove the following three elements beyond a reasonable doubt:
1. (Defendant)
a. [willfully] [by culpable negligence] failed or omitted to provide (victim) with the care, supervision, and services necessary to maintain (victim’s) physical or mental health.
b. failed to make a reasonable effort to protect (victim) from abuse, neglect, or exploitation by another person.
2. (Defendant) was a caregiver for (victim).
3. (Victim) was under the age of 18 years.
Florida jury instructions.
Failed to provide "care, supervision, and services" for 17 year olds?
I hoped at 14 they declare the kids grown up.