Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Criminal Omission

A driver is transporting a passenger in driver's vehicle. The passenger has a medical emergency and is incapacitated. The driver does not know where the passenger lives. What is the legal obligation of the driver regarding rendering aid or getting help for the passenger? Thank you.


Asked on 5/20/08, 11:34 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Alexander Roytblat Tikhomirov & Roytblat, PLLC

Re: Criminal Omission

Another will only be obligated to land assistance if he has a special duty, such as EMT's, cops, firefighters or someone responsible for others like a nanny, home attendant etc.

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Answered on 5/20/08, 1:34 pm
Kenneth Vercammen,Esq. Kenneth Vercammen

Re: Criminal Omission

Our office can probably help with your matter. Please schedule an in-office consultation to discuss your matter. Please visit our website www.njlaws.com.

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Answered on 5/21/08, 10:45 am


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