-- Last revised Tuesday, June 3, 2003, 10:35 AM --
evid Code Changes Required by Electronic Communications
The Law Revision Commission recommended revision of evid Code provisions to make clear that (1) a privileged communication does not lose its privileged status simply because it is transmitted electronically, and (2) the statutory presumption of confidentiality and statutory waiver requirements apply to newly created privileges. Evid. Code §§ 912, 917, 952.
The Commission's recommendation was enacted by the Legislature. See below. If you have questions or comments on this study, send email to Barbara Gaal at bgaal@clrc.ca.gov.
