Mississippi § 73-30-17 - Non-disclosure of information secured during professional consultation; exceptions.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 73-30-17 — Non-disclosure of information secured during professional consultation; exceptions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 73-30-17. Non-disclosure of information secured during professional consultation; exceptions.
No licensed professional counselor or provisional licensed professional counselor may disclose any information acquired during professional consultation with clients except: With the written consent of the client or, in the case of death or disability or in the case of a minor, with the written consent of his parent, legal guardian or conservator, or other person authorized by the court to file suit; When a communication reveals the contemplation of a crime or harmful act, or intent to commit suicide; or When a person waives the privilege by bringing charges against a licensed professional counselor or provisional licensed professional counselor for breach of privileged communication, or any other charges.
Source: official Mississippi text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 73-30-17
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 73-30-17 cover?
Section 73-30-17 ("Non-disclosure of information secured during professional consultation; exceptions.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. 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 Mississippi § 73-30-17?
A common citation format is "Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 73-30-17" (Mississippi). 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 Mississippi law?
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How does Mississippi § 73-30-17 apply to my situation?
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