SlideShare a Scribd company logo
California’s 911
Good Samaritan
Law Aims to Help
Overdose Victims
Allied Wallet
Introduction
• Founded in 2002, remains among today’s innovative fintech
companies. Helping merchants around the world process payments
through its seamless and secure platform, Allied Wallet supports
local philanthropic organizations like the Brent Shapiro
Foundation.
The foundation, named in honor of the son of prominent attorney
Robert Shapiro who died of an overdose, seeks to provide healthy
alternative programs that keep kids and teens avoid addictions to
drugs and alcohol.
Among its other efforts, the Brent Shapiro Foundation played a
part in advocating for the passage of California’s 911 Good
Samaritan Law, in effect since January 1, 2013. The law,
introduced in the state legislature as AB 472, specifies that any
person who in good faith seeks medical attention for an overdose
victim will not be subject to arrest or prosecution for using or
possessing small amounts of controlled substances.
California’s 911 Good Samaritan
Law
• The law aims to prevent tragic deaths, like that of 24-
year-old Brent Shapiro, due to substance abusers’ fear
of prosecution if they summon medical help for
themselves or others. Experts note that numerous
fatalities can be prevented if overdose victims receive
prompt medical attention.
While the law works to protect witnesses to overdoses
who possess small amounts of drugs intended for their
own use, it does not immunize those who impede the
work of first responders and law enforcement, who deal
in drugs, or who endanger others by, for example,
driving under the influence.

More Related Content

Similar to California’s 911 Good Samaritan Law Aims to Help Overdose Victims

Brent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better Chance
Brent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better ChanceBrent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better Chance
Brent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better Chance
Allied Wallet
 
13. 2015 mwan 010815 testimony to federal election commission 1 8-15
13.  2015 mwan 010815  testimony to federal election commission  1 8-1513.  2015 mwan 010815  testimony to federal election commission  1 8-15
13. 2015 mwan 010815 testimony to federal election commission 1 8-15
MedicalWhistleblower
 
Health Policy Issue.pdf
Health Policy Issue.pdfHealth Policy Issue.pdf
Health Policy Issue.pdf
Brian712019
 
Vermont's latest smoking policy
Vermont's latest smoking policyVermont's latest smoking policy
Vermont's latest smoking policy
Sugarshy34
 
Healthcare Law and Ethics
Healthcare Law and EthicsHealthcare Law and Ethics
Healthcare Law and Ethics
DavidOsunde
 
History of Legalizing Marijuana
History of Legalizing MarijuanaHistory of Legalizing Marijuana
History of Legalizing Marijuana
Teresa Miller
 
Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...
Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...
Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...
jthorn4
 
Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...
Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...
Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...
Epstein Becker Green
 
Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911
Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911 Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911
Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911
Allied Wallet
 
Chapter 4 Slideshow 3
Chapter 4 Slideshow 3Chapter 4 Slideshow 3
Chapter 4 Slideshow 3
Chris Keyes
 

Similar to California’s 911 Good Samaritan Law Aims to Help Overdose Victims (10)

Brent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better Chance
Brent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better ChanceBrent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better Chance
Brent’s Club Battles the Odds to Give Kids a Better Chance
 
13. 2015 mwan 010815 testimony to federal election commission 1 8-15
13.  2015 mwan 010815  testimony to federal election commission  1 8-1513.  2015 mwan 010815  testimony to federal election commission  1 8-15
13. 2015 mwan 010815 testimony to federal election commission 1 8-15
 
Health Policy Issue.pdf
Health Policy Issue.pdfHealth Policy Issue.pdf
Health Policy Issue.pdf
 
Vermont's latest smoking policy
Vermont's latest smoking policyVermont's latest smoking policy
Vermont's latest smoking policy
 
Healthcare Law and Ethics
Healthcare Law and EthicsHealthcare Law and Ethics
Healthcare Law and Ethics
 
History of Legalizing Marijuana
History of Legalizing MarijuanaHistory of Legalizing Marijuana
History of Legalizing Marijuana
 
Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...
Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...
Plano Health Insurance Advocates Champion Efforts To Make Healthcare a Basic ...
 
Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...
Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...
Patient Brokering: SB1228 and Changes in California's Regulation of Addiction...
 
Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911
Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911 Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911
Save A Life Cards Encourage Friends to Help Friends by Dialing 911
 
Chapter 4 Slideshow 3
Chapter 4 Slideshow 3Chapter 4 Slideshow 3
Chapter 4 Slideshow 3
 

More from Allied Wallet

Merchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card Industry
Merchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card IndustryMerchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card Industry
Merchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card Industry
Allied Wallet
 
What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?
What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?
What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?
Allied Wallet
 
Allied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments Sector
Allied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments SectorAllied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments Sector
Allied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments Sector
Allied Wallet
 
Allied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College Students
Allied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College StudentsAllied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College Students
Allied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College Students
Allied Wallet
 
Allied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in Africa
Allied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in AfricaAllied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in Africa
Allied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in Africa
Allied Wallet
 
Allied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and Services
Allied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and ServicesAllied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and Services
Allied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and Services
Allied Wallet
 
Allied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in Malaysia
Allied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in MalaysiaAllied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in Malaysia
Allied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in Malaysia
Allied Wallet
 
Eagle and Badge Foundation Programs
Eagle and Badge Foundation ProgramsEagle and Badge Foundation Programs
Eagle and Badge Foundation Programs
Allied Wallet
 
The ASAS We Are Ready Initiative
The ASAS We Are Ready InitiativeThe ASAS We Are Ready Initiative
The ASAS We Are Ready Initiative
Allied Wallet
 
Allied Wallet Management Tools
Allied Wallet Management ToolsAllied Wallet Management Tools
Allied Wallet Management Tools
Allied Wallet
 
After-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay Active
After-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay ActiveAfter-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay Active
After-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay Active
Allied Wallet
 
What It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 Compliant
What It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 CompliantWhat It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 Compliant
What It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 Compliant
Allied Wallet
 
What to Consider When Hiring a Payment Processor
What to Consider When Hiring a Payment ProcessorWhat to Consider When Hiring a Payment Processor
What to Consider When Hiring a Payment Processor
Allied Wallet
 
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing Risk
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing RiskThe Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing Risk
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing Risk
Allied Wallet
 
How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard
How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard
How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard
Allied Wallet
 
American Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes Program
American Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes ProgramAmerican Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes Program
American Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes Program
Allied Wallet
 
Business Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-Market
Business Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-MarketBusiness Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-Market
Business Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-Market
Allied Wallet
 
PCI Data Security Standard Compliance Guidelines
PCI Data Security Standard Compliance GuidelinesPCI Data Security Standard Compliance Guidelines
PCI Data Security Standard Compliance Guidelines
Allied Wallet
 
Batch Payment Processing
Batch Payment ProcessingBatch Payment Processing
Batch Payment Processing
Allied Wallet
 
Automated Clearing House Processing
Automated Clearing House ProcessingAutomated Clearing House Processing
Automated Clearing House Processing
Allied Wallet
 

More from Allied Wallet (20)

Merchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card Industry
Merchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card IndustryMerchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card Industry
Merchant Responsibilities According to the Payment Card Industry
 
What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?
What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?
What Entities Play a Part in the Transaction Approval Process?
 
Allied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments Sector
Allied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments SectorAllied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments Sector
Allied Wallet CEO Named Pioneer in the Digital Payments Sector
 
Allied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College Students
Allied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College StudentsAllied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College Students
Allied Wallet Offers Scholarship Award to College Students
 
Allied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in Africa
Allied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in AfricaAllied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in Africa
Allied Wallet Forms New ECommerce Partnerships in Africa
 
Allied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and Services
Allied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and ServicesAllied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and Services
Allied Wallet's EWallet App Helps Travelers Pay for Goods and Services
 
Allied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in Malaysia
Allied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in MalaysiaAllied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in Malaysia
Allied Wallet Adds New Payment Options to Expand Services in Malaysia
 
Eagle and Badge Foundation Programs
Eagle and Badge Foundation ProgramsEagle and Badge Foundation Programs
Eagle and Badge Foundation Programs
 
The ASAS We Are Ready Initiative
The ASAS We Are Ready InitiativeThe ASAS We Are Ready Initiative
The ASAS We Are Ready Initiative
 
Allied Wallet Management Tools
Allied Wallet Management ToolsAllied Wallet Management Tools
Allied Wallet Management Tools
 
After-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay Active
After-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay ActiveAfter-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay Active
After-School All-Stars Encourages Children to Stay Active
 
What It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 Compliant
What It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 CompliantWhat It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 Compliant
What It Means To Be PCI DSS Level 1 Compliant
 
What to Consider When Hiring a Payment Processor
What to Consider When Hiring a Payment ProcessorWhat to Consider When Hiring a Payment Processor
What to Consider When Hiring a Payment Processor
 
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing Risk
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing RiskThe Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing Risk
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council - Minimizing Risk
 
How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard
How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard
How to Comply with the PCI Data Security Standard
 
American Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes Program
American Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes ProgramAmerican Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes Program
American Red Cross Sponsors Holiday Mail for Heroes Program
 
Business Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-Market
Business Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-MarketBusiness Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-Market
Business Pro Offers Customizable Payment System Solutions for e-Market
 
PCI Data Security Standard Compliance Guidelines
PCI Data Security Standard Compliance GuidelinesPCI Data Security Standard Compliance Guidelines
PCI Data Security Standard Compliance Guidelines
 
Batch Payment Processing
Batch Payment ProcessingBatch Payment Processing
Batch Payment Processing
 
Automated Clearing House Processing
Automated Clearing House ProcessingAutomated Clearing House Processing
Automated Clearing House Processing
 

Recently uploaded

快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样
快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样
快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样
3woawyyl
 
在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样
在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样
在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样
yemqpj
 
PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)
PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)
PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)
ahcitycouncil
 
Antyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemes
Antyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemesAntyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemes
Antyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemes
narinav14
 
原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样
原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样
原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样
3woawyyl
 
A guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30th
A guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30thA guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30th
A guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30th
Christina Parmionova
 
CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054
CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054
CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054
Congressional Budget Office
 
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance Center
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance CenterRFP for Reno's Community Assistance Center
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance Center
This Is Reno
 
Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.
Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.
Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.
Christina Parmionova
 
Item # 10 -- Historical Presv. Districts
Item # 10 -- Historical Presv. DistrictsItem # 10 -- Historical Presv. Districts
Item # 10 -- Historical Presv. Districts
ahcitycouncil
 
Transit-Oriented Development Study Working Group Meeting
Transit-Oriented Development Study Working Group MeetingTransit-Oriented Development Study Working Group Meeting
Transit-Oriented Development Study Working Group Meeting
Cuyahoga County Planning Commission
 
A proposed request for information on LIHTC
A proposed request for information on LIHTCA proposed request for information on LIHTC
A proposed request for information on LIHTC
Roger Valdez
 
A Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC Charlotte
A Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC CharlotteA Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC Charlotte
A Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC Charlotte
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
 
Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...
Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...
Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...
ssuser05e8f3
 
快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样
快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样
快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样
yemqpj
 
PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptx
PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptxPUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptx
PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptx
Marked12
 
PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)
PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)
PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)
ahcitycouncil
 
Item #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code Amendment
Item #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code AmendmentItem #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code Amendment
Item #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code Amendment
ahcitycouncil
 
Abiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Updates
Abiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality UpdatesAbiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Updates
Abiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Updates
Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts
 
Donate to charity during this holiday season
Donate to charity during this holiday seasonDonate to charity during this holiday season
Donate to charity during this holiday season
SERUDS INDIA
 

Recently uploaded (20)

快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样
快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样
快速办理(Bristol毕业证书)布里斯托大学毕业证Offer一模一样
 
在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样
在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样
在线办理(ISU毕业证书)爱荷华州立大学毕业证学历证书一模一样
 
PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)
PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)
PPT Item # 7 - 231 Encino Avenue (sign. review)
 
Antyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemes
Antyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemesAntyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemes
Antyodaya saral portal haryana govt schemes
 
原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样
原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样
原版制作(英国Southampton毕业证书)南安普顿大学毕业证录取通知书一模一样
 
A guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30th
A guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30thA guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30th
A guide to the International day of Potatoes 2024 - May 30th
 
CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054
CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054
CBO’s Outlook for U.S. Fertility Rates: 2024 to 2054
 
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance Center
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance CenterRFP for Reno's Community Assistance Center
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance Center
 
Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.
Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.
Awaken new depths - World Ocean Day 2024, June 8th.
 
Item # 10 -- Historical Presv. Districts
Item # 10 -- Historical Presv. DistrictsItem # 10 -- Historical Presv. Districts
Item # 10 -- Historical Presv. Districts
 
Transit-Oriented Development Study Working Group Meeting
Transit-Oriented Development Study Working Group MeetingTransit-Oriented Development Study Working Group Meeting
Transit-Oriented Development Study Working Group Meeting
 
A proposed request for information on LIHTC
A proposed request for information on LIHTCA proposed request for information on LIHTC
A proposed request for information on LIHTC
 
A Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC Charlotte
A Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC CharlotteA Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC Charlotte
A Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC Charlotte
 
Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...
Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...
Bangladesh studies presentation on Liberation War 1971 Indepence-of-Banglades...
 
快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样
快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样
快速办理(UVM毕业证书)佛蒙特大学毕业证学位证一模一样
 
PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptx
PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptxPUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptx
PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PFMS) and DBT.pptx
 
PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)
PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)
PPT Item # 5 - 318 Tuxedo Ave. (sign. review)
 
Item #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code Amendment
Item #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code AmendmentItem #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code Amendment
Item #s 8&9 -- Demolition Code Amendment
 
Abiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Updates
Abiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality UpdatesAbiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Updates
Abiy Berehe - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Updates
 
Donate to charity during this holiday season
Donate to charity during this holiday seasonDonate to charity during this holiday season
Donate to charity during this holiday season
 

California’s 911 Good Samaritan Law Aims to Help Overdose Victims

  • 1. California’s 911 Good Samaritan Law Aims to Help Overdose Victims Allied Wallet
  • 2. Introduction • Founded in 2002, remains among today’s innovative fintech companies. Helping merchants around the world process payments through its seamless and secure platform, Allied Wallet supports local philanthropic organizations like the Brent Shapiro Foundation. The foundation, named in honor of the son of prominent attorney Robert Shapiro who died of an overdose, seeks to provide healthy alternative programs that keep kids and teens avoid addictions to drugs and alcohol. Among its other efforts, the Brent Shapiro Foundation played a part in advocating for the passage of California’s 911 Good Samaritan Law, in effect since January 1, 2013. The law, introduced in the state legislature as AB 472, specifies that any person who in good faith seeks medical attention for an overdose victim will not be subject to arrest or prosecution for using or possessing small amounts of controlled substances.
  • 3. California’s 911 Good Samaritan Law • The law aims to prevent tragic deaths, like that of 24- year-old Brent Shapiro, due to substance abusers’ fear of prosecution if they summon medical help for themselves or others. Experts note that numerous fatalities can be prevented if overdose victims receive prompt medical attention. While the law works to protect witnesses to overdoses who possess small amounts of drugs intended for their own use, it does not immunize those who impede the work of first responders and law enforcement, who deal in drugs, or who endanger others by, for example, driving under the influence.