Nurses should not be arrested in a routine manner in medical negligence cases: Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court has ruled that nurses should not be arrested in a routine manner in cases of medical negligence. The court emphasized that arrests should only be made when there is substantial evidence of gross negligence or criminal intent. The ruling came in response to a petition filed by a nurses’ association, which argued that nurses were being unfairly targeted and arrested without proper investigation. The court directed the police to follow due process and ensure that medical professionals are not subjected to undue harassment. This decision aims to protect the rights of healthcare workers while ensuring accountability in cases of negligence.