Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

What are the Pennsylvania state and Federal laws on confidentiality of communications with psychologists and psychiatrists by patients and clients in Federal or state criminal and civil proceedings?


Asked on 2/19/10, 9:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

John Davidson Law Office of John A. Davidson

I am aware that Pennsylvania has a statute on privilege when between mental health professionals and their patients. The attorney client privilege is modeled after it. Basically, you own the privilege. What that means is the professional can not disclose privileged communications without your consent. You on the other hand could disclose it if you CHOOSE to do so.

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Answered on 2/25/10, 5:53 am


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