New Mexico § 38-6-6 - Privileged communications
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 38-6-6 — Privileged communications, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-6-6. Privileged communications
A. No husband shall be compelled to disclose any communication made by his wife during
the marriage, and no wife shall be compelled to disclose any communication made to
her by her husband during the marriage. B. An attorney cannot, without the consent of his client, be examined as to any communication
made by the client to him, or his advice given thereon in the course of professional
employment; nor can an attorney's secretary, stenographer or clerk be examined, without
the consent of his employer, concerning any fact the knowledge of which has been acquired
in such capacity. C. In the courts of the state, no certified public accountant or public accountant
shall be permitted to disclose information obtained in the conduct of any examination,
audit or other investigation made in a professional capacity, or which may have been
disclosed to said accountant by a client, without the consent in writing of such client
or his, her or its successors or legal representatives. D. If a person offers himself as a witness and voluntarily testifies with reference
to the communications specified in this section, that is a consent to the examination
of the person to whom the communications were made as above provided.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 38-6-6
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 38-6-6 cover?
Section 38-6-6 ("Privileged communications") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. 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 New Mexico § 38-6-6?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 38-6-6" (New Mexico). 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 New Mexico law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Mexico official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Mexico attorney.
How does New Mexico § 38-6-6 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Mexico can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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