Bill > AB369

This bill adds a new section to the California Civil Code that provides legal protection for individuals who are not licensed medical professionals but administer anti-seizure rescue medication during an emergency. Specifically, the bill shields such individuals from professional review, civil liability, and criminal prosecution when they provide this medication in good faith and without compensation, as long as their actions are not considered grossly negligent or willful misconduct. The bill clarifies that this protection applies to emergency situations where someone is experiencing or is suspected of experiencing a seizure. However, the bill explicitly excludes school settings, which will continue to be governed by existing regulations in the Seizure Safe Schools Act. This legislation aims to encourage people to help during medical emergencies involving seizures by removing the fear of legal repercussions for well-intentioned assistance, while still maintaining a standard of reasonable care.

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