D.C. Code § 7-1203.02: Disclosures under law.

Mental health information may be disclosed by a mental health professional or mental health facility where necessary and, to the extent necessary:

(1)

To meet the requirements of § 21-586 (concerning financial responsibility for the care of hospitalized persons);

(2)

To meet the compulsory reporting provisions of District or federal law that seek to promote human health and safety, including § 4-1371.12;

(3)

For the purposes of and in accordance with Chapter 2B of this title [§ 7-241 et seq.]; or

(4)

To meet the requirements of § 22-4234(b-3) and (d).