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Prosecutors' Perspectives on Elder Justice Using an Elder Abuse Forensic Center.

Marguerite DeLiema1, Adria E Navarro2, Melyssa Moss3

  • 1Stanford Center on Longevity, Stanford University, 579 Serra Mall, Landau Building, Stanford, CA 94305-6053, USA.

American Journal of Criminal Justice : AJCJ
|October 18, 2018
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Elder abuse forensic centers improve prosecution rates for financial exploitation by fostering interagency teamwork. Key factors include involving decision-makers, utilizing forensic expertise, and promoting cross-discipline learning for victim-centered outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Criminology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Elder financial exploitation rarely results in prosecution.
  • Elder abuse forensic centers (multidisciplinary teams) enhance interagency cooperation to improve elder mistreatment investigations and response.
  • Further research is needed to understand the specific components of forensic center interventions that improve elder justice outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify key elements within the elder abuse forensic center model that contribute to increased prosecution rates.
  • To explore how participation in multidisciplinary case discussions influences District Attorneys' (DAs) perspectives on elder financial exploitation.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of interviews with six District Attorneys (DAs) involved with an elder abuse forensic center.
Keywords:
Elder abuse and neglectElder justiceFinancial exploitationForensic centerMultidisciplinary teamProsecution

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  • Thematic analysis of interview transcripts to identify patterns in professional experiences and perspectives.

    • Main Results:

    • Three central themes emerged: differing professional orientations (goal-driven vs. mission-driven), role blurring within the team, and perceived value added by center participation.
    • Factors crucial for increasing prosecution rates included the presence of key decision-makers, the forensic expertise of geriatricians and neuropsychologists, and opportunities for cross-discipline learning.
    • Exposure to other disciplines influenced DAs to consider outcomes beyond prosecution, such as restitution and protection, prioritizing victim needs.

    Conclusions:

    • Elder abuse forensic centers can improve prosecution rates for elder financial exploitation.
    • The multidisciplinary approach, expert input, and collaborative learning within these centers are vital for enhancing elder justice.
    • These centers encourage a victim-centered approach, moving beyond prosecution to encompass broader interventions tailored to individual needs.