Legal Question in Legal Ethics in Idaho
People in phisical need of help
Is there a law that says if sombody was drowding and you just stand and watch could you be charged with somthing ?
Asked on 11/23/06, 12:36 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Alvin Lundgren
Alvin R. Lundgren, L.C.
Re: People in phisical need of help
An onlooker has a duty to render reasonable assistance under the circumstances in most jurisdictions. The onlooker does not need to risk his own life.
Answered on 11/23/06, 7:46 pm
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