Does HIPAA Prevent the Correctional System from Receiving Information About My Loved One's Treatment and Medication?

Does HIPAA prevent the correctional system from receiving information about my loved one's treatment and medication?

Navigating the criminal justice system can be stressful and confusing, especially for family members whose incarcerated loved one has a mental illness. To aid this process, NAMI has developed a series of informational videos that answer common questions callers have asked the NAMI HelpLine about the criminal justice system.

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NAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “helpline” to 62640, or chat online. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).