Arkansas § 9-8-207 - Records confidential.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 9-8-207 — Records confidential., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-8-207. Records confidential.
All subsidized guardianship records personally identifying a juvenile shall be confidential and shall not be released or otherwise made available except to the following persons or entities and to the extent permitted by federal law: The guardian; The attorney for the guardian; The child; The attorney ad litem for the child; For purposes of review or audit by the appropriate federal or state agency; A grand jury or court upon a finding that information in the record is necessary for the determination of an issue before the grand jury or court; Individual federal and state representatives and senators in their official capacity and their staff members with no redisclosure of information. No disclosure of any information that identifies by name or address any recipient of a subsidy or service shall be made to any committee or legislative body; and The administration of any federal program or federally assisted program that provides assistance, in cash or in kind, or services directly to individuals on the basis of need. Any person or agency to whom disclosure is made shall not disclose to any other person any personally identifying information obtained pursuant to this section. Nothing in this subsection shall prevent subsequent disclosure by the guardian or the child. Any person disclosing information in violation of this subsection shall be guilty of a Class C misdemeanor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 9-8-207
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 9-8-207 cover?
Section 9-8-207 ("Records confidential.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 9-8-207?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 9-8-207" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 9-8-207 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arkansas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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