MAR 05, 1990

Concerning whether a researcher can be compelled to testify regarding alleged violations of criminal law, the knowledge of which the researcher acquires while accumulating data. This opinion also addresses whether a researcher is obligated to come forward and report criminal activity, the knowledge of which the researcher acquires while accumulating data.

Requested by: The Honorable McKinley Washington, Jr. Member, South Carolina House of Representatives

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