New York State's 911 Good Samaritan Law Protects YOU
The New York State 911 Good Samaritan Law allows people to call 911 without fear of arrest if they are having a drug or alcohol overdose that requires emergency medical care or if they witness someone overdosing.
For more information on this law, refer to the Fact Sheet or visit https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/good_samaritan_law
