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KembaraXtra – Legal Terms – Neglect
Neglect refers to a failure to provide proper care, attention, or protection where a legal duty exists.
In criminal law, it is an offence for a parent or guardian to neglect a child in a way likely to cause unnecessary suffering or injury to health.
Liability may arise where the responsible person knew of the risk or acted recklessly regarding the consequences.
Neglect can also amount to negligence in civil law and may result in legal claims for damages.
In serious situations, if death results from neglect, the responsible person may face criminal liability for manslaughter.
Neglect refers to a failure to provide proper care, attention, or protection where a legal duty exists.
In criminal law, it is an offence for a parent or guardian to neglect a child in a way likely to cause unnecessary suffering or injury to health.
Liability may arise where the responsible person knew of the risk or acted recklessly regarding the consequences.
Neglect can also amount to negligence in civil law and may result in legal claims for damages.
In serious situations, if death results from neglect, the responsible person may face criminal liability for manslaughter.
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