Vermont § 6963 - Confidentiality
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 6963 — Confidentiality, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6963. Confidentiality
- (a) The Team’s proceedings and records are confidential and exempt from public inspection
and copying under the Public Records Act and shall not be released. Such information
shall not be subject to subpoena or discovery or be admissible in any civil or criminal
proceedings; provided, however, that nothing in this subsection shall be construed
to limit or restrict the right to discover or use in any civil or criminal proceedings
anything that is available from another source and entirely independent of the Team’s
review. The Team shall not use information, records, or data that it obtains or generates
for purposes other than those described in this subchapter. (b) The Team’s conclusions and recommendations may be disclosed, but shall not identify
or allow for the identification of any person or entity. (c) Meetings of the Team are confidential and shall be exempt from the Vermont Open Meeting
Law. The Secretary of the Team shall maintain any records, including meeting minutes,
generated by the Team. (d) Team members and persons invited to assist the Team shall not reveal information,
records, discussions, and opinions disclosed in connection with the Team’s work, and
shall execute a sworn statement to honor the confidentiality of such information,
records, discussions, and opinions. The Chair of the Team shall be responsible for
obtaining and maintaining confidentiality agreements. (Added 2015, No. 135 (Adj. Sess.), § 1.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 6963
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 6963 cover?
Section 6963 ("Confidentiality") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 6963?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 6963" (Vermont). 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 Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 6963 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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