Liability of bystanders of drug-related overdoses limited.

HF 3613 limits legal liability for bystanders who seek medical help during drug-related overdoses. The bill amends Minnesota law to define "bystander" as anyone present during a suspected overdose and grants immunity from arrest, charges, or prosecution for drug possession when someone in good faith calls for emergency assistance. It specifically protects individuals who contact 911 or medical help while remaining on scene and cooperating with authorities, without requiring a separate finding of imminent danger to the victim. This applies to all drug-related overdoses, including those involving controlled substances. The law aims to encourage bystanders to seek life-saving medical help without fear of criminal penalties.