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36-2226 - Emergency administration of epinephrine by Good Samaritans; exemption from civil liability

36-2226. Emergency administration of epinephrine by Good Samaritans; exemption from civil liability

A. Notwithstanding any other law, a person may administer epinephrine to another person who is suffering from a severe allergic reaction if the person acts in good faith and without compensation for the act of administering the epinephrine and a health professional who is qualified to administer epinephrine is not immediately available.

B. A person who administers epinephrine pursuant to subsection A is not subject to civil liability for any injury that results from that act unless the person acts with gross negligence, wilful misconduct or intentional wrongdoing.