Steina Árnadóttir, a nurse, has instructed her lawyer, Vilhjálmur Vilhjálmsson, to seek permission for an appeal to the Supreme Court after being convicted of negligent manslaughter by the Landsréttur court. Her lawyer argues that there have been violations of Steina's fundamental rights related to the fairness of her trial, suggesting that these issues could persuade the Supreme Court to grant her appeal. The Landsréttur court upheld the previous decision by the Reykjavik District Court, which convicted her but did not impose a sentence.

Steina's case raises important questions regarding the legal processes surrounding health professionals and the implications of culpability in medical contexts. As it stands, the legal framework allows for an appeal if it addresses a matter of considerable public significance, suggesting that the court prioritizes cases that could set legal precedents or impact broader societal issues. Her legal team plans to argue that her situation fits within these parameters, emphasizing the importance of addressing alleged infringements on her rights.

If the Supreme Court allows the appeal, it could lead to a retrial or a re-examination of the circumstances surrounding Steina's original conviction, potentially altering her professional standing and the legal landscape for healthcare workers in similar situations. The case has implications not just for Steina but for the healthcare community, highlighting the balance between accountability and the rights of medical practitioners in the judicial system.