Failure to Report Suspicion of Elder Abuse is a Crime

"The Ohio Revised Code section 5101.61 mandates that individuals in certain professions report elder abuse. The law requires that you make a report if you believe that a reasonable person would also suspect abuse or neglect, given the same circumstances. You do not have to provide proof when making a report of abuse or neglect and it is not your responsibility to conduct an investigation. In fact, questioning too many individuals regarding your concerns may interfere with a formal investigation."