Louisiana § RS 9:1033 - Confidentiality; penalties
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:1033 — Confidentiality; penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 9:1033. Confidentiality; penalties
A. All communications and records of the program pertaining to persons in need of program services are confidential and may be disclosed only pursuant to a court order by the program in the performance of its program services.
B. Any person who violates the confidentiality of individuals served by the program may be punished by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars or imprisonment for not more than six months, or both.
Acts 1992, No. 820, §1, eff. July 8, 1992.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:1033
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:1033 cover?
Section RS 9:1033 ("Confidentiality; penalties") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. 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 Louisiana § RS 9:1033?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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