CHILDREN AND THE LAW
...Evidentiary Issues
......Privileges-Discovery
.........Sexual Assault Victim-Counselor Privilege
............Authority and Definitions
7 Cards On This Topic:
  • Sexual assault victim-counselor privilege defined.
  • Sexual assault victim defined for purposes of privilege.
  • Sexual assault victim counselor defined for purposes of privilege.
  • Court may compel disclosure of information if probative value outweighs effect on victim.
  • Court may make determination of privilege in camera.
  • Procedure if court determines communications are to be disclosed.
  • Sexual assault defined for purposes of privilege.