Missouri § 188.070 - Breach of confidentiality prohibited.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 188.070 — Breach of confidentiality prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 188.070. Breach of confidentiality prohibited.
Any physician or other person who fails to maintain the confidentiality of any records or reports required under sections 188.010 to 188.085 is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished as provided by law.
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(L. 1974 H.B. 1211 § 13)
Effective 6-14-74
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Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 188.070
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 188.070 cover?
Section 188.070 ("Breach of confidentiality prohibited.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. 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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