Question 24 · LDEK · Criminal liability
In the light of the Polish Criminal Code, a person who performs a medical intervention without the consent of the patient may be subject to a fine, the penalty of the restriction of liberty or the penalty of the deprivation of liberty for up to 2 years. This offence is prosecuted:
- A. on the basis of a civil action.
- B. ex officio.
- C. on the basis of a private indictment.
- D. on the basis of a motion (official request) filed by the Director of the hospital in which the act has taken place.
- E. on the basis of a motion (official request) filed by the injured party.
Hint
Recall Art. 192 § 2 of the Penal Code and whose decision triggers the prosecution.
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