D.C. Code § 21-2509

Current through codified legislation effective April 20, 2024
Section 21-2509 - Disclosure of contents of electronic communications of principal

To the extent a power of attorney expressly grants an agent authority over the content of electronic communications sent or received by the principal and unless directed otherwise by the principal or the Superior Court, a custodian shall disclose to the agent the content of electronic communications sent or received by the principal if the agent gives the custodian:

(1) A written request for disclosure in physical or electronic form;
(2) An original or copy of the power of attorney expressly granting the agent authority over the content of electronic communications of the principal;
(3) A certification by the agent, under penalty of perjury, that the power of attorney is in effect; and
(4) If requested by the custodian:
(A) A number, username, address, or other unique subscriber or account identifier assigned by the custodian to identify the principal's account; or
(B) Evidence linking the account to the principal.

D.C. Code § 21-2509

Added by D.C. Law 23-189,§ 2, 68 DCR 003404, eff. 3/16/2021.