Ky. Rev. Stat. § 209.140

Current through Acts Received April 24, 2024

Section 209.140 - Confidentiality of information

All information obtained by the department staff or its delegated representative, as a result of an investigation made pursuant to this chapter, shall not be divulged to anyone except:

(1) Persons suspected of abuse or neglect or exploitation, provided that in such cases names of informants may be withheld, unless ordered by the court;

(2) Persons within the department or cabinet with a legitimate interest or responsibility related to the case;

(3) Other medical, psychological, or social service agencies, or law enforcement agencies that have a legitimate interest in the case;

(4) Cases where a court orders release of such information; and

(5) The alleged abused or neglected or exploited person.

KRS 209.140

Effective:7/15/1980
Created 1980 Ky. Acts ch. 372, sec. 10, effective7/15/1980.