Texas § OC.562.052 - RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § OC.562.052 — RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ OC.562.052. RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS
RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS. A confidential record is privileged and a pharmacist may release a confidential record only to: (1) the patient or the patient's agent; (2) a practitioner or another pharmacist if, in the pharmacist's professional judgment, the release is necessary to protect the patient's health and well-being; (3) the board or to a person or another state or federal agency authorized by law to receive the confidential record; (4) a law enforcement agency engaged in investigation of a suspected violation of Chapter 481 or 483 , Health and Safety Code, or the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970 (21 U.S.C. Section 801 et seq.); (5) a person employed by a state agency that licenses a practitioner, if the person is performing the person's official duties; or (6) an insurance carrier or other third party payor authorized by the patient to receive the information. Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § OC.562.052
What does The Texas Constitution § OC.562.052 cover?
Section OC.562.052 ("RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. 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 Texas § OC.562.052?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § OC.562.052" (Texas). 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 Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § OC.562.052 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas 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 Texas.