Restriction on release of information in respect of mental illness

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Statutory text

(1) Subject to the provisions of section 23, the medical officer in charge or any other mental health professional shall not release any information in respect of mental illness or mental healthcare or treatment of a person to any person, including his family members, without the consent of the person with mental illness or his nominated representative.
(2) Notwithstanding the provision contained in sub-section (1), the medical officer in charge or the mental health professional may release information, if he is of the opinion that such disclosure is necessary for—
- (a) the treatment of the person with mental illness;
- (b) the safety of the person with mental illness or for the safety of others;
- (c) the discharge of his duties;
- (d) reporting to the authorities as required under this Act.
(3) The information released under sub-section (2) shall be restricted to the extent necessary for the purpose for which it is released.

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