D.C. Code § 21-583

Current through codified legislation effective September 18, 2024

Section 21-583 - Physicians, psychiatrists and qualified psychologists as witnesses

A physician, psychiatrist or qualified psychologist making application or conducting an examination under this chapter is a competent and compellable witness at any trial, hearing or other proceeding conducted pursuant to this chapter and the physician- or psychologist-patient privilege is not applicable.

D.C. Code § 21-583

Sept. 14, 1965, 79 Stat. 760, Pub. L. 89-183, § 1; Feb. 24, 1984, D.C. Law 5-48, § 11(a)(19), 30 DCR 5778.