S. 4923 - Senior Anti-Violence and Enforcement Act (SAVE)

• Establishes a statewide central registry in the Office for the Aging to receive and maintain reports of senior abuse and maltreatment available 24/7 through telephone, fax, email, and other communication methods.

• Requires specific professionals (healthcare workers, social workers, law enforcement, financial advisors, and others) to report suspected senior abuse immediately; penalties for willful failure to report include Class A misdemeanor charges and civil liability.

• Creates a Council on Elder Abuse with 15 members appointed by the Governor to advise on elder abuse programs and establish regulations; council members must have at least five years of experience in related fields.

• Establishes Senior Anti-Violence Services (SAVS) units within designated agencies to investigate reports within 24 hours, determine if reports are "indicated" or "unfounded" within 60 days, and coordinate protective services.

• Adds new penal law offenses including abandonment of elderly/disabled persons (Class E felony), endangering welfare of vulnerable elderly/disabled persons (Class E-D felonies), and enhanced penalties for crimes targeting victims age 60+ or persons with disabilities.