Clarifies that "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991" covers elder abuse in domestic settings.

This bill clarifies that New Jersey's Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991 explicitly covers elder abuse occurring in domestic settings. It directly affects elderly individuals living in non-institutionalized homes (not in care facilities) who experience abuse from family members or caregivers. The key change amends the Act's definition of "victim of domestic violence" to expressly include "elderly persons" who are not protected under separate elder care laws (P.L.1977, c.239). This ensures elderly victims in domestic situations receive the same legal protections as other domestic violence victims under existing statutes. The bill does not create new penalties but updates the law to close a gap in coverage.