Amends GS 14-318.6, which makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor for any person 18 years of age or older who knows or should have reasonably known that a juvenile has been or is the victim of a violent offense, sexual offense, or misdemeanor child abuse to fail to report the case of that juvenile to the appropriate local law enforcement agency. Adds that the statute does not require a person with psychiatrist-client or patient privilege to report if the privilege would prevent them from doing so. Also adds that the statute does not require a licensed marriage and family therapist with a privilege to report if that privilege would prevent them from doing so, but limits the application of the privilege to the primary client (as defined) and not to any other family members.
Bill Summaries: H234 CONFORM PRIVILEGE EXEMPTIONS.
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Bill H 234 (2023-2024)Summary date: Feb 28 2023 - View Summary