Is the privilege for confidential communications between therapists and clients applicable in criminal trials and proceedings?

Contributed in 2009 & last edited in 2009 by Peter Tillers
You've come to a split , which means there's some disagreement about this topic. This split hasn't been developed yet. To continue your research, go back. And check back soon — more law is coming!
Please sign in or sign up to see the authorities.
Contribution Suggestions
vouch for authority for rule...
Federal Rule of Evidence 803(13) creates a hearsay exception for statements of fact concerning personal or family history contained in family...
vouch for authority for rule...
A statement falls within the hearsay exception provided by Federal Rule of Evidence 803(2) only if the statement is related to a startling event or...
vouch for authority for rule...
A prior inconsistent statement of a witness is admissible, not only to impeach the witness, but also as substantive evidence -- to prove the truth...