### Question
How does CHILD ABUSE CRIME INFORMATION AND BACKGROUND CHECKS define child abuse crime?


### Answer
Under *34 U.S.C. § 40104*, **child abuse crime** is defined as:

> a crime committed under any law of a State that involves the physical or mental injury, sexual abuse or exploitation, negligent treatment, or maltreatment of a child by any person

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 40104*
  - Heading: **Subtitle IV-Criminal Records and Information > CHAPTER 401-CHILD ABUSE CRIME INFORMATION AND BACKGROUND CHECKS**

