North Carolina § 8-57 - 1. Husband-wife privilege waived in child abuse.
Full text of North Carolina North Carolina General Statutes § 8-57 — 1. Husband-wife privilege waived in child abuse., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-57. 1. Husband-wife privilege waived in child abuse.
Notwithstanding the provisions of G.S. 8-56 and G.S. 8-57, the husband-wife privilege shall not be ground for excluding evidence regarding the abuse or neglect of a child under the age of 16 years or regarding an illness of or injuries to such child or the cause thereof in any judicial proceeding related to a report pursuant to the Child Abuse Reporting Law, Article 3 of Chapter 7B of the General Statutes of North Carolina. History (1971, c. 710, s. 3; 1998-202, s. 13(d).) Legal Periodicals. - For comment surveying North Carolina law of relational privilege, see 50 N.C.L. Rev. 630 (1972). For note on spousal testimony in criminal proceedings, see 17 Wake Forest L. Rev. 990 (1981). For note, "Family Law - Lovers' Triangle Turns Bermuda Triangle: The Natural Father's Right to Rebut the Marital Presumption - Michael H. v. Gerald D.," see 25 Wake Forest L. Rev. 617 (1990).
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 8-57
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 8-57 cover?
Section 8-57 ("1. Husband-wife privilege waived in child abuse.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. 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 North Carolina § 8-57?
A common citation format is "North Carolina General Statutes § 8-57" (North Carolina). 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 North Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Carolina attorney.
How does North Carolina § 8-57 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in North Carolina.