- Children: Any individual under the age of 18
- Vulnerable persons: Individuals who are ill, physically or mentally impaired, or lacking personal freedom.
- Abuse: Refers to the following actions towards others
- Physical Abuse: Intentionally inflicting physical violence, such as hitting or torturing, resulting in bodily harm;
- Psychological Abuse: Intentionally inflicting mental suffering, such as humiliation, intimidation, or control, causing psychological trauma;
- Sexual Abuse: Forcing others to participate in unwanted sexual acts, such as sexual assault; or
- Neglect: Failing to fulfill care obligations, such as abandonment or neglect, resulting in harm to others