10A N.C. Admin. Code 26B.0203

Current through Register Vol. 39, No. 12, December 1, 2024

Section 26B .0203 - PERSONS WHO MAY SIGN CONSENT FOR RELEASE

The following persons may sign a consent for release of confidential information:

(1) a competent adult client;

(2) the client's legally responsible person;

(3) a minor client under the following conditions:

(a) pursuant to G.S. 90-21.5 when seeking services for veneral disease and other diseases reportable under G.S. 130A-135, pregnancy, abuse of controlled substances or alcohol, or emotional disturbances;

(b) when married or divorced;

(c) when emancipated by a decree issued by a court of competent jurisdiction;

(d) when a member of the armed forces; or

(4) personal representative of a deceased client if the estate is being settled or next of kin of a deceased client if the estate is not being settled.

10A N.C. Admin. Code 26B .0203

Authority G.S. 28A-13.3; 90-21.5; 122C-52; 122C-53; 131E-67; 143B-147;
Eff. July 1, 1979;
Amended Eff. January 1, 1996; January 1, 1994; March 1, 1990; February 1, 1986;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. June 20, 2015.

Authority G.S. 28A-13.3; 90-21.5; 122C-52; 122C-53; 131E-67; 143B-147;
Eff. July 1, 1979;
Amended Eff. January 1, 1996; January 1, 1994; March 1, 1990; February 1, 1986.