Governor Ralph Northam Has Signed An Elder Abuse Legislation Into Law. The Legislation Sponsored By Delegate Todd Pillion Senator Ben Chafin And At The Request Of Commonwealth Attorney For Wise County Chuck Slemp Sets Forth Framework To Protect Vulnerable Citizens In Virginia. Hopes Are The New Law Will Help Safeguard Aging Folks Who Find Themselves In Abusive Situations. The Signed Legislation Will Become Law On July 1st.