Iowa § 154C.5 - 154C.5 Confidentiality of information.
Full text of Iowa Iowa Code § 154C.5 — 154C.5 Confidentiality of information., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 154C.5. 154C.5 Confidentiality of information.
A licensee or a person working under supervision of a licensee shall not disclose or be compelled to disclose information acquired from persons consulting that person in a professional capacity except: 1. If the information reveals the contemplation or commission of a crime. 2. If the person waives the privilege by bringing charges against the licensee. 3. With the written consent of the client, or in the case of death or disability with the consent of the client’s personal representative, another person authorized to sue, or the beneficiary of an insurance policy on the client’s life, health, or physical condition. 4. To testify in a court hearing concerning matters pertaining to the welfare of children. 5. To seek collaboration or consultation with professional colleagues or administrative superiors on behalf of the client. 84 Acts, ch 1075, §5; 96 Acts, ch 1035, §9 Wed Dec 10 23:05:38 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 154C.5 (17, 0)
Source: official Iowa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 154C.5
What does Iowa Code § 154C.5 cover?
Section 154C.5 ("154C.5 Confidentiality of information.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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