Child Abuse FSS 827 Josh Test
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For the purposes of abuse of a child, FSS 827 defines a child as?

  • Anyone under the age of 18 (correct)
  • Anyone under the age of 21
  • Anyone who is a student
  • Anyone under the age of 16

    • “Aggravated child abuse” occurs when a person?

  • Commits aggravated battery on a child (correct)
  • Willfully tortures, maliciously punishes, or willfully and unlawfully cages a child (correct)
  • Knowingly or willfully abuses a child and in so doing causes great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement to the child (correct)

    • “Child abuse” means?

  • Intentional infliction of physical or mental injury upon a child (correct)
  • An intentional act that could reasonably be expected to result in physical or mental injury to a child (correct)
  • Active encouragement of any person to commit an act that results or could reasonably be expected to result in physical or mental injury to a child (correct)

    • What does “maliciously” mean?

    <p>wrongfully, intentionally, and without legal justification or excuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    “Neglect of a child” means?

    <p>A caregiver’s failure or omission to provide a child with the care, supervision, and services necessary to maintain the child’s physical and mental health, including, but not limited to, food, nutrition, clothing, shelter, supervision, medicine, and medical services that a prudent person would consider essential for the well-being of the child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who commits aggravated child abuse commits a ?

    <p>Felony of the first degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who willfully or by culpable negligence neglects a child and in so doing causes great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement to the child commits a?

    <p>Felony of the second degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who knowingly or willfully abuses a child without causing great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement to the child commits a what?

    <p>Felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who willfully or by culpable negligence neglects a child without causing great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement to the child commits a?

    <p>Felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a physician provide expert testimony in a criminal child abuse case?

    <p>Not unless they are licensed to do so</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Does leaving a newborn infant at a hospital, emergency medical services station, or fire station, and expressing an intent to leave the infant and not return, constitute neglect of a child or contributing to the dependency of a child according to Florida law?

    <p>Shall not constitute neglect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legal classification applies to any person who commits any act which causes, tends to cause, encourages, or contributes to a child becoming a delinquent, dependent child, or a child in need of services?

    <p>Misdemeanor of the first degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of the offense for inducing a child to commit acts that cause them to become dependent?

    <p>Misdemeanor of the first degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person 21 years of age or older who impregnates a child under 16 years of age commits what kind of offense?

    <p>an act of child abuse which constitutes a felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Any person who willfully fails to provide support which he or she has the ability to provide to a child or a spouse whom the person knows he or she is legally obligated to support commits a?

    <p>misdemeanor of the first degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Any person who is convicted of a fourth or subsequent violation of failure to provide support for a child by a parent is guilty of what?

    <p>Felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What crime does a person commit if they are guilty of failing to provide support for a child or spouse for more than 1 year, with owed support amounting to $5,000 or more?

    <p>Felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does "Child pornography" mean?

    <p>Any image depicting a minor engaged in sexual conduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does "deviate sexual intercourse" mean in the context of Florida law? It involves sexual conduct between persons not married to each other consisting of contact between:

    <p>penis and the anus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does "intentionally view" mean?

    <p>Deliberately, purposefully, and voluntarily view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does "sadomasochistic abuse" mean?

    <p>Agellation or torture by or upon a person, or the condition of being fettered, bound, or otherwise physically restrained, for the purpose of deriving sexual satisfaction from inflicting harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of "sexual battery" according to Florida law?

    <p>oral, anal, or female genital penetration by, or union with, the sexual organ of another or the anal or female genital penetration of another by any other object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who utilizes a child in a sexual performance commits what type of crime?

    <p>felony of the second degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person is guilty of the use of a child in a sexual performance if they do which of the following?

    <p>Knowing the character and content thereof, they employ, authorize, or induce a child to engage in a sexual performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person is guilty of promoting a sexual performance by a child when?

    <p>Knowing the character and content thereof, he or she produces, directs, or promotes any performance which includes sexual conduct by a child.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who is guilty of promoting a sexual performance by a child is guilty of a?

    <p>Second degree felony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What classification of crime is the promotion of child pornography under Florida law?

    <p>Second degree felony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The possession of _____ or more copies of such photograph, motion picture, representation, or presentation is prima facie evidence of an intent to promote child pornography.

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is unlawful for any person to knowingly possess, control, or intentionally view a photograph, motion picture, exhibition, show, representation, image, data, computer depiction, or other presentation which, in whole or in part, he or she knows to include child pornography. The possession, control, or intentional viewing of each such photograph, motion picture, exhibition, show, image, data, computer depiction, representation, or presentation is a separate offense and constitutes a?

    <p>felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If such photograph, motion picture, exhibition, show, representation, image, data, computer depiction, or other presentation includes child pornography depicting more than one child, then each such child in each such photograph, motion picture, exhibition, show, representation, image, data, computer depiction, or other presentation that is knowingly possessed, controlled, or intentionally viewed is a?

    <p>Separate offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Any person who willfully misapplies funds paid by another or by any governmental agency for the purpose of support of a child shall, for the first offense, be guilty of a?

    <p>Misdemeanor of the first degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a second or subsequent conviction of misuse of child support, you are guilty of what degree of felony?

    <p>Felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A caregiver who deserts a child under circumstances in which the caregiver knew or should have known that the desertion exposes the child to unreasonable risk of harm commits a?

    <p>Felony of the third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Exposing a child to adult live performance is a?

    <p>Misdemeanor of the first degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Definitions of Child Abuse

    • Under Florida Statute 827, a "child" is defined as any person under the age of 18.
    • "Aggravated child abuse" entails causing great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement to a child.
    • "Child abuse" includes intentional harm or maliciously causing the child to suffer mental or physical injury.
    • "Maliciously" refers to actions done with intention to cause harm or suffering.
    • "Neglect of a child" means failing to provide necessary care, supervision, or protection for a child's well-being.
    • Committing aggravated child abuse results in a felony charge.
    • Willful or culpable negligence causing significant harm to a child constitutes a felony charge.
    • Knowingly abusing a child without causing severe physical effects is classified as a misdemeanor.
    • Neglecting a child without severe physical effects also qualifies as a misdemeanor.
    • Physicians are permitted to provide expert testimony in criminal child abuse cases.
    • Leaving a newborn at designated safe locations with the intent to not return is not deemed neglect or contributing to dependency under Florida law.

    Offenses Contributing to Dependency

    • Any act leading to a child becoming delinquent or dependent is considered a criminal offense.
    • Inducing a child to commit acts that lead to dependency results in a criminal classification.
    • An individual aged 21 or older who impregnates a child under 16 commits a felony.

    Child Support Obligations

    • Failing to provide legally obligated support to a child or spouse constitutes a crime.
    • A fourth or subsequent violation of child support failure elevates the offense to a felony.
    • Failing to support a child or spouse for over a year, with owed support exceeding $5,000, constitutes a felony.

    Child Sexual Abuse and Performance

    • "Child pornography" refers to images or representations that exploit a minor sexually.
    • "Deviate sexual intercourse" involves sexual contact between non-married individuals.
    • "Intentionally view" signifies deliberately watching material known to include child pornography.
    • "Sadomasochistic abuse" encompasses sexual activities that inflict pain or humiliation.

    Definitions of Sexual Crimes

    • "Sexual battery" is defined as non-consensual sexual conduct or rape.
    • Utilizing a child in a sexual performance results in serious criminal charges.
    • A person is guilty of promoting a child’s sexual performance when aiding in the production or distribution of such content.

    Promotion of Child Pornography

    • Promotion of child pornography is classified as a felony under Florida law.
    • Possessing five or more copies of child pornography serves as evidence of intent to promote.
    • Each instance of possessing or viewing child pornography constitutes a separate crime.

    Misapplication of Child Support

    • Willfully misusing child support funds for personal gain is a felony for the first offense.
    • A second or subsequent conviction for misuse of child support escalates to a higher degree felony.
    • Deserting a child in risky situations results in a felony charge for the caregiver.
    • Exposing a child to adult performances carries legal consequences.

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