A negligência relativa às pessoas mais velhas que se encontram ao cuidado de famílias de acolhimento

Abstract

The following dissertation aims to promote reflection on the treatment of negligence in the Portuguese Criminal Justice System, particularly concerning older people. First, we will address the concepts of neglect and foster family, defining their obligations, including the special duty of care. Next, we will proceed to the analysis of the legal protection granted to older people in Portugal, complemented by a comparative law perspective. Then, we will devote special attention to the criminal law protection of older people in foster families, in situations of neglect, as it is at this level that the main problems arise. We will analyze some relevant case law on the subject and, finally, we will propose legislative reforms, aiming to strengthen the criminal law protection of the elderly.

Date of Award	22 Sept 2025
Original language	Portuguese
Awarding Institution	Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Supervisor	Maria Paula Ribeiro de Faria (Supervisor)