Indiana Code 35-37-6-11. Waiver by victim advocate of protection of chapter; disclosure of confidential information
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Sec. 11. A victim advocate may not waive the protections afforded to a victim under this chapter. However, if:
(2) the suit alleges malpractice during the relationship;
(1) a victim brings suit against a victim advocate or victim service provider in which the victim advocate was employed or served as a volunteer at the time of the counseling relationship; and
Terms Used In Indiana Code 35-37-6-11
- Testify: Answer questions in court.
- victim: means :
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- Victim advocate: work with prosecutors and assist the victims of a crime.
- victim advocate: means an individual employed or appointed by or who volunteers for:
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- victim service provider: means a person:
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the victim advocate may testify or produce records regarding confidential communications with the victim and is not liable for doing so.
As added by P.L.136-1987, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.104-2008, SEC.15.