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Can it still be considerd "child abuse" if you are 19?

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Dr. Joseph Accurso answered

Specializes in Radiology

Legal decision ...: Based on the laws of the state or municipality where the alleged abuse happened, likely via the definition of the word "child". Please see a lawyer for a professional interpretation of the law.

Answered 6/15/2013

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