A medico-legal case (MLC) is a situation where a medical examination or treatment has legal implications. It involves both healthcare and law enforcement, often requiring documentation that may be used in court.

Common examples include:

• Road traffic accidents

• Assaults and physical injuries

• Suicides or attempted suicides

• Homicides

• Sexual assault or rape

• Burns under suspicious circumstances

• Poisoning cases

• Unnatural or unexplained deaths

The attending doctor usually makes the decision based on the nature of the injury or incident. In some cases, law enforcement may directly refer the patient as an MLC.

The doctor must:

• Provide immediate medical care

• Accurately document all findings

• Inform the police if required by law

• Preserve any potential evidence

• Prepare a medico-legal report if needed

LegalMedico ensures compliance by:

• Providing standardized medico-legal documentation formats

• Offering step-by-step guidance on mandatory legal procedures

• Ensuring timely reporting to authorities

• Maintaining digital records that meet legal standards

• Helping prevent errors that could lead to legal liability

Patients can refuse treatment, but in cases where the law mandates reporting (e.g., assault, rape, or suicide), the case must still be reported to authorities regardless of patient consent.

The patient may be involved in investigations, asked to provide statements, or summoned for court appearances. However, their medical care is always the top priority and remains confidential under professional ethics

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