Section 35-37-6-11 - Waiver by victim advocate of protection of chapter; disclosure of confidential informationA victim advocate may not waive the protections afforded to a victim under this chapter. However, if:
(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(2) the suit alleges malpractice during the relationship; 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.