1. GA-Privileges Flashcards
What is the Attorney-Client Privilege in Georgia?
Under Georgia law, the attorney-client privilege only applies to knowledge acquired by the attorney’s employment as an attorney or his anticipated employment as an attorney.
What is the Accountant-Client Privilege in Georgia?
Georgia law establishes an accountant-client privilege where all communications and information acquired by a certified public accountant, or their employee, in a professional capacity about a client’s business are confidential and cannot be disclosed in legal or other proceedings without the client’s written consent or that of their legal representative.
What is the Physician-Patient Privilege in Georgia?
In Georgia, there is no evidentiary privilege for physician-patient communications, but there is a physician shield statute which provides that Hospitals and healthcare facilities can only release patient medical information with a court order or subpoena, and they won’t be liable for doing so.
What is the Psychiatrist-Patient Privilege in Georgia?
Georgia recognizes a psychiatrist-patient privilege which excludes evidence from evidence communications that are made between a psychiatrist and patient.
This privilege extends to patient communications with a licensed clinical social worker or a nurse specialist in mental health.
When is there no Psychiatrist-Patient Privilege in Georgia?
This privilege extends to patient communications with a licensed clinical social worker or a nurse specialist in mental health.
What is the Religious Privilege in Georgia?
Georgia recognizes a preacher-penitent privilege where a person has a privilege to refuse to disclose, and to prevent another from disclosing a confidential information by the person to a clergyman in his professional character as a spiritual advisor.
What is the Privilege Against Self-Incrimination in Georgia?
Georgia’s privilege against self-incrimination extends beyond federal rules, protecting against testimony that may bring infamy, disgrace, or public contempt. It cannot be claimed if the information is material to the case, only if questions aim to impair a witness’s credibility.
What is the Privilege of an Law Enforcement Officer in Georgia?
In Georgia, a law enforcement officer has a privilege not to be compelled to reveal his home address.
