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

Read more
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.

Read more
Answered on 3/09/09, 6:38 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Criminal Law questions and answers in Michigan