Durable Power of Attorney Abuse (DPA) is a Crime

"Victims of durable power of attorney (DPA) abuse or their family members often report that their attempts to report this abuse to law enforcement are rebuffed with the following statement: 'It’s a civil problem. Go talk to a civil lawyer.' While DPA abuse is a civil problem, it is also a crime and should be treated as one. An increasing number of newspaper stories describe successful investigations and prosecutions of DPA abuse. But too many criminal justice professionals still lack awareness of DPA abuse and the role they can play in holding offenders accountable and obtaining justice for victims. This fact sheet will enhance their awareness." https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/law_aging/durable_poa_abuse_fact_sheet_consumers.authcheckdam.pdf