Good Samaritan Directive | 11/19/2024

This law protects individuals who voluntarily provide reasonable emergency assistance by granting them immunity from civil liability, as long as their actions are in good faith and not grossly negligent. It encourages civic responsibility while ensuring people aren't deterred from helping due to fear of legal consequences. Immunity does not apply if aid is given for personal gain, involves reckless behavior, or if the helper caused the emergency. Misuse of this protection may lead to criminal or civil penalties, and those who assist are encouraged to notify emergency services and stay until help arrives.

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