Section 35-37-6-13 - Authorization of release of confidential information(a) Except as provided in subsection (d): (2) in the case of a deceased victim, the victim's personal representative; may authorize a victim advocate or victim service provider to release confidential information or other information by signing a written authorization that specifies what information will be released and to whom the information will be released.
(b) The authorization described in subsection (a) must include a date the authorization expires.(c) A victim advocate shall make reasonable attempts to notify a victim when a victim service provider or victim advocate is required to disclose confidential information or confidential communications.(d) A consent for release may not be given by a personal representative of the victim if the personal representative:(1) abused or killed the victim;(2) is alleged to have abused or killed the victim; or(3) assisted another person in abusing or killing the victim.As added by P.L. 104-2008, SEC.16.