Questione giuridica chiave
Whether the criminal complaint against the doctor could be finally discontinued despite conflicting medical expert opinions and unresolved causation questions.
Decisione estratta
No. Given the seriousness of the alleged offense and the remaining doubts, the case had to continue and the lower authorities had to confront the experts and, if needed, take further evidence.
Motivazione estratta
Under in dubio pro duriore, discontinuance is proper only when it is clear the facts are not punishable or prosecution conditions are lacking. Where conviction appears at least as plausible as acquittal, especially in a serious case, prosecution should proceed. The cantonal court could not confirm abandonment without first clarifying the contradictions between the private and court expert reports.