Gross negligence is the failure to help someone who is known to be in great danger. It is necessary that one could effectively help the person in danger without being a danger to oneself or others. Providing incorrect, inadequate or clumsy assistance is not a culpable failure. After all, it is the intention that counts, which, according to the Court of Cassation, is defined as a deliberate and intentional indifference and/or selfish refusal to help. The failure to call the emergency services for someone in distress can also constitute gross negligence. For more information about this crime, a concrete punishment and/or advice tailored to your needs, contact our criminal lawyers at [email protected].