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34 U.S.C. § 10337Chapter 101

§10337. Definitions

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§10337. Definitions

For purposes of this subchapter—

(1) the term "child" means an individual under the age of 18 years; and

(2) the term "abuse" means physical or mental injury, sexual abuse or exploitation, or negligent treatment of a child.

Editorial Notes

Codification

Section was formerly classified to section 3796aa–8 of Title 42, The Public Health and Welfare, prior to editorial reclassification and renumbering as this section.

Last amended: December 31, 2024

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