In Florida, the term “vulnerable adults” refers to disabled adults and elderly persons. A disabled adult is legally defined as a person who is 18 years or older and physically or mentally incapacitated due to a mental illness, developmental disability, brain damage, or who suffers from one or more mental or physical impairments limiting their ability to perform daily activities. An elderly person is defined as anybody 60 years of age or older who is incapacitated by aging infirmities in some manner and who is unable to take care of themselves adequately due to brain damage or any other mental, physical, or emotional problem. Florida Statute section 415.111 delineates a civil cause of action for punitive damages, damages, and attorney costs and fees for “vulnerable adults” who have been exploited financially. The State can also pursue criminal penalties.