Delaware Administrative Code
Title 24 - Regulated Professions and Occupations
Department of State
Division of Professional Regulation
3300 - Board of Veterinary Medicine
Section 3300-4.0 - Privileged Communications
Universal Citation: 24 DE Admin Code 3300-4.0
Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 3, September 1, 2024
(24 Del.C. § 3316(a)(7))
4.1 Privileged Communications.
Veterinarians must protect the personal privacy of patients and clients by not willfully revealing privileged communications regarding the diagnosis and treatment of an animal.
The following are not considered privileged communications:
4.1.1 The sharing of veterinary medical information regarding the diagnosis and treatment of an animal when required by law, subpoena, or court order or when it becomes necessary to protect the health and welfare of other individuals or animals.
4.1.2 The sharing of veterinary medical information between veterinarians or facilities for the purpose of diagnosis or treatment of animals.
4.1.3 The sharing of veterinary medical information between veterinarians and peace officers, humane society officers, or animal control officers who are acting to protect the welfare of individuals or animals.
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