Confidentiality of mental health and substance abuse treatment information

OK Mental Health Confidentiality
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Makes all mental health and drug or alcohol treatment information, and the identity of people receiving such treatment, privileged and confidential. Disclosure generally requires a detailed written release or a court order (a subpoena alone is not enough), with limited minimum-necessary exceptions, and consumers have a right to access their own records subject to listed exceptions.

Jurisdiction

Oklahoma

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

11/1/1987

Enforcing Authority

Courts; Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and licensing boards

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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