Connecticut General Statutes 46a-13d – Access to information. Rights and powers
(a) All state, local and private agencies shall have a duty to cooperate with any investigation conducted by the Office of the Victim Advocate. Consistent with the provisions of the general statutes concerning the confidentiality of records and information, the Victim Advocate shall have access to, including the right to inspect and copy, any records necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the Victim Advocate as provided in § 46a-13c. Nothing contained in this subsection shall be construed to waive a victim’s right to confidentiality of communications or records as protected by any provision of the general statutes or common law.
Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 46a-13d
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Victim advocate: work with prosecutors and assist the victims of a crime.
(b) In the performance of his responsibilities under § 46a-13c, the Victim Advocate may communicate privately with any victim or person who has received, is receiving or should have received services from the state. Such communications shall be confidential and not be subject to disclosure except as provided in subsection (a) of § 46a-13e.
(c) The Victim Advocate may apply for and accept grants, gifts and bequests of funds from other states, federal and interstate agencies and independent authorities and private firms, individuals and foundations, for the purpose of carrying out his responsibilities.