Chula Vista, CA, 91913
September 21, 2011
Mr. Jackson Muffin
Senator
U.S Senate
1473 American Street
Salt Lake City, Utah,84101
Dear Mr. Muffin:
I am writing this letter in regards to a popular topic that has stirred controversy throughout time. All around America, there are often innocent bystanders who are faced with the choice of either helping out a complete stranger or walking away without endangering themselves as well. Now, should the law require an American citizen to be obliged to help another person when needing help? Several cities actually require you to assist someone that faces conflicting events such as burglary,assault,injury,etc.Should it really be a compulsory law though in other cities and states? To my belief, there should not be a requirement for civilians to assist others in need.
When you help someone who is in danger, the person is too quick to realize that they too are putting themselves in to danger. If aiding to someone's injury and you are not a professional, there could be a risk of making a serious mistake that could affect the person heavily.For instance, if not performing the Heimlich Maneuver properly, injuries could become fatal to the citizen you are performing it on.And if that citizen's injuries were that serious, they are able to take the matter in to court with the chance of that "Good Samaritan" getting sued or charged.The choice of either helping someone in need or keeping your own self safe is a hard choice, but most people would avoid a lawsuit even if it means having the thought of someone you could have helped on your conscience.Also, making a law requiring to help others should remain a moral choice and test of character.Not everyone could be invincible when it comes to helping the community and everyone in it.
Thank you for your time and I hope my argument will be of serious consideration if we face the choice of such a law.Since you are a political figure with such high ranking,your view on such a topic would be taken more seriously and under thoughtful judgment.
Sincerely,
Glaiza Julian
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