The Child Abuse Bureau the investigates and prosecutes criminal cases involving the sexual and physical abuse of victims younger than 16. Assistant District Attorneys are individually assigned cases and work closely with victims and families to assist in navigating the legal system.
The Elder Abuse Bureau investigates and prosecutes criminal cases committed against victims older than 60 who are specifically targeted because of their age. This includes domestic violence or neglect at the hands of a family member or caregiver; financial exploitation and thefts committed by a family member, caregiver, home health aide or a stranger; and abuse of power of attorney. Assistant District Attorneys, assisted by Criminal Investigators, who are individually assigned to cases are available to respond to the victim’s residence to make the legal process easier.
If think you are a victim of Child/Elder Abuse or witness to a crime, call your local police department or the Child Abuse and Elder Abuse Bureau at (914) 995-3000.