Definiciones clave sobre adultos y comunicaciones confidenciales

Explicación Simple

Esta sección de la ley define quién es un adulto y qué son las comunicaciones confidenciales. Por ejemplo, si tienes 18 años o más, eres considerado un adulto según esta ley.

Es como cuando vas a una tienda y necesitas mostrar tu identificación para comprar alcohol; así se definen las edades y los términos en la ley.

Ejemplo Práctico

Imagina que Juan, de 19 años, busca ayuda de un consejero sobre una situación difícil. Según la ley, lo que hable con el consejero es confidencial, lo que significa que no se puede contar a otros sin su permiso.

Texto Original del Estatuto (Inglés)

42 Pa.C.S. 62a03 - Definitions § 62A03. Definitions. The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "Adult." An individual who is 18 years of age or older. "Certified copy." A paper copy of the original order of the issuing court endorsed by the appropriate clerk of that court or an electronic copy of the original order of the issuing court endorsed with a digital signature of the judge or appropriate clerk of that court, regardless of whether or not there is a raised seal on the copy of the order of the issuing court. "Confidential communications." As defined in section 5945.1 (relating to confidential communications with sexual assault counselors). "Coparticipant." As defined in section 5945.1 (relating to confidential communications with sexual assault counselors). "Court." The court or magisterial district judge having jurisdiction over the matter under and exercised as provided in this title or as otherwise provided or prescribed by law. "Family or household members." Spouses or persons who have been spouses, persons living as spouses or who lived as spouses, parents and children, other persons related by consanguinity or affinity, current or former sexual or intimate partners or persons who share biological parenthood. "Hearing officer." A magisterial district judge, judge of the Philadelphia Municipal Court, bail commissioner appointed under section 1123 (relating to jurisdiction and venue), master appointed under section 1126 (relating to masters) or master for emergency relief. "Intimidation." Conduct constituting a crime under either of the following provisions between persons who are not family or household members: 18 Pa.C.S. § 2709(a)(4), (5), (