North Dakota Code 31-01-06.5 – Who may claim the privilege
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The privilege may be claimed by the client, the client’s guardian or conservator, or the personal representative of a deceased client. The person who was the counselor at the time of the communication is presumed to have authority to claim the privilege but only on behalf of the client.
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 31-01-06.5
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Person: means an individual, organization, government, political subdivision, or government agency or instrumentality. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49