Under which act is an officer not liable for emergency medical care except in cases of willful and wanton misconduct?

The Good Samaritan Act provides legal protection to individuals who voluntarily provide emergency medical assistance. This law intends to encourage bystanders to help those in need without the fear of being held liable for unintentional harm caused while rendering that help. Under this act, an officer who offers emergency medical care is safeguarded from liability, except in cases where their actions are deemed willful and wanton, which means they acted with a reckless disregard for the safety of others.

By offering this legal protection, the Good Samaritan Act promotes a culture of assistance and response during emergencies, knowing that most people would act in good faith when trying to help others. This contrasts with other acts mentioned, which do not specifically address the issue of liability concerning emergency medical care in the same context.