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§43A-3-422.


§43A-3-422.
   
   All medical records and all communications between doctor and patient
   are both privileged and confidential. Such information is available
   only to those engaged in treatment of the patient or in related
   administrative work. Privileged or confidential information will not
   be released to anyone not involved in the treatment programs without a
   written release by the patient or an order from a court of competent
   jurisdiction.
   
   All communications by certified facilities, organizations, or
   individuals and organizations excepted from certification concerning
   the treatment and rehabilitation of drug-dependent persons are
   classified as confidential. All written communications relating to the
   treatment and rehabilitation of drug-dependent persons shall be
   contained in folders and clearly marked "Confidential". These
   confidential communications may be seen and used only by persons who
   are actively involved in treatment and rehabilitation programs. Any
   person involved in a treatment and rehabilitation program is
   prohibited from testifying to any information relating to drug
   possession or dependency gained in the program in any court action
   against a drug-dependent person. The medical records compiled during
   the treatment and rehabilitation of a drug-dependent person may not be
   accepted as evidence or used in any manner in any court action against
   the drug-dependent person.
   

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