10A NCAC 26B .0205      INFORMED CONSENT

Prior to obtaining a consent for release of confidential information, a delegated employee shall inform the client or his legally responsible person that the provision of services is not contingent upon such consent and of the need for such release.  The client or legally responsible person shall give consent voluntarily.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 122C‑52; 122C‑53; 131E‑67; 143B‑147(a)(6);

Eff. July 1, 1979;

Amended Eff. February 1, 1986; July 15, 1980;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. June 20, 2015.