Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
Subject is walking on a beach in California when he sees a person bleeding prefusely, not wanting to get involved he keeps walking. Is this a crime?
Asked on 8/29/12, 11:39 am
4 Answers from Attorneys
Theresa Hofmeister
Theresa Hofmeister, Attorney At Law
I found a blog on topic http://knowledgebase.findlaw.com/kb/2009/Oct/32614.html
Answered on 8/29/12, 1:06 pm
Zadik Shapiro
Law Offices of C. Zadik Shapiro
It isn't nice but its not a crime.
Answered on 8/29/12, 9:04 pm
Joe Dane
Law Office of Joe Dane
There are no criminal Good Samaritan laws in California. You are legally under no obligation to render aid.
There may be civil obligations in certain situations where a relationship exists between the parties, but in general, there is no duty or obligation to act.
Answered on 8/31/12, 1:24 pm
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