Legal Question in Criminal Law in Michigan
Patient-Conselor Confidentiality
If a patient confesses an illegal act to a Counselor or Psychologist, can the Counselor/Psychologist report this to the police or other authorities?
Asked on 3/09/09, 11:31 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Timothy Klisz
Klisz Law Office, PLLC
Re: Patient-Conselor Confidentiality
a past act, no. A future criminal act, yes. Visit www.kliszlaw.com to discuss further. Tim Klisz
Answered on 3/09/09, 11:37 am
William Morrison
Action Defense Center
Re: Patient-Conselor Confidentiality
If a child or disabled person is involved in or is a victim of the crime, the Counselor/Psychologist is required by law to report the incident to the police.
Answered on 3/09/09, 6:38 pm
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