Public Defender Confidentiality Rules

Summary

In Illinois, attorney-client privilege generally prohibits public defenders from sharing client information without consent. Exceptions include when sharing is necessary for representation or if consent is given. If public defenders from different offices share information without consent, it could be a violation of attorney-client privilege. To file a complaint with the Illinois State Bar Association, visit their website, fill out the complaint form, attach supporting documents, and submit.

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Ashley ok say i have a case that involved * people in the incident but their cases are seperate is it legal for one of the peoples public defenders to share private information with the other persons public defender? This is in illinois
In Illinois, confidentiality rules generally prohibit attorneys from sharing client information without consent. However, there can be exceptions:
- When sharing is necessary for representation
- When consent is obtained
Knowing specifics would help provide more accurate guidance. Are both public defenders from the same office?
No they do work for the same county but not same office and it was specifically stated when talking to the public defender the information stayed between the * of them
In Illinois, attorney-client privilege should protect your case information. However, exceptions might apply:
- If the shared info is necessary for representation.
- If you gave consent to share.
If you believe your rights were violated, consider filing a complaint with the Illinois State Bar Association.
If it was about his client would it be legal to share if told not to
In Illinois, if the public defender shares information about their client without consent, it could be considered a violation of attorney-client privilege. It's advised to consult with a legal expert or file a complaint with the Illinois State Bar Association if this occurs.
Ok thank you for your help any advice on how to file a complaint and what they might need
To file a complaint with the Illinois State Bar Association, follow these steps:
- Visit their website and look for the 'File a Complaint' section.
- Fill out the form with all necessary details.
- Attach any supporting documents.
- Submit your complaint.
Remember, each case is unique. Gather all relative information to strengthen your case.