Amends Title 10 of the Delaware Code to establish a victim advocate privilege.
This bill amends Title 10 of the Delaware Code to establish a victim advocate privilege, protecting confidential communications between victims and advocates. The privilege can be claimed by the victim or their parent, guardian, or custodian, except in certain circumstances. A victim advocate may not reveal confidential communications or records unless specific conditions are met. The privilege may be waived by the victim or terminated by their death. The bill also outlines the types of victim services and the conditions under which the privilege may be invoked.
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