Cal. Evid. Code § 956.5

Current through the 2023 Legislative Session.

Section 956.5 - Where disclosure likely to prevent death or bodily harm

There is no privilege under this article if the lawyer reasonably believes that disclosure of any confidential communication relating to representation of a client is necessary to prevent a criminal act that the lawyer reasonably believes is likely to result in the death of, or substantial bodily harm to, an individual.

Ca. Evid. Code § 956.5

Amended by Stats 2004 ch 183 (AB 3082),s 94, eff. 1/1/2005

Amended by Stats 2003 ch 765 (AB 1101), s 2, eff. 1/1/2004, op. 7/1/2004.