Evidence Code section 956.5

There is no privilege under this article if the lawyer reasonably believes that disclosure of any confidential communication relating to representation of a client is necessary to prevent a criminal act that the lawyer reasonably believes is likely to result in the death of, or substantial bodily harm to, an individual.

Source: Section 956.5, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=956.5. (accessed Apr. 24, 2025).

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§ 956.5’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/evidence_code_section_956.5

Original Source: Section 956.5, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=956.5. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).