These laws are draconian, and frightening. To make one adult arbitrarily responsible for the actions or fortunes of another is something that only happens in Evil empires. This just proves that Evil people existed in America even long ago. The only thing they cared about was how to get their money. They did not care if they had to steel it back or if they destroyed the life of an innocent party.
I understand the concept behind filial responsibility but such laws were created for a different time and place.
It will not be long before all debts will be passed onto family members, no matter how distant or estranged.