West Virginia § 30-31-16 - 30-31-16. Disclosure.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 30-31-16 — 30-31-16. Disclosure., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-31-16. 30-31-16. Disclosure.
All information communicated to or acquired by a licensee while engaged in the practice of counseling or marriage and family therapy with a client is privileged information and may not be disclosed by the licensee except:
(a) With the written consent of the client, or in the case of death or disability, with the written consent of a personal representative or other person authorized to sue, or the beneficiary of any insurance policy on the client's life, health or physical condition;
(b) When a communication reveals the contemplation of an act dangerous to the client or others; or
(c) When the client, or his or her personal representative, waives the privilege by bringing charges against the licensee.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 30-31-16
What does West Virginia Code § 30-31-16 cover?
Section 30-31-16 ("30-31-16. Disclosure.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West Virginia. 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 West Virginia § 30-31-16?
A common citation format is "West Virginia Code § 30-31-16" (West Virginia). 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 West Virginia law?
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How does West Virginia § 30-31-16 apply to my situation?
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