2007-10-16 09:41:25 · 4 answers · asked by ningis n 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Government
Section215 of Patriot Act does cover library records. It authorizes the government to more easily obtain a court order requiring a person or business to turn over documents or things “sought for” an investigation to protect against international terrorism. Business records include library records.
Your medical records, records and lists of individuals who belong to political organizations are also fair game for the government to seize.
2007-10-16 09:51:55 · answer #1 · answered by Easy B Me II 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Fourth Amendment :
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated; and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describingthe place to be searched, and the person or things to be seized.
Medical records are considered effects and papers.
The only way for them to be obtained legally by the Federal Government would be by complying with the Fourth Amendment.
Unless George W. Bush thinks you might be a terrorist.
2007-10-16 17:19:57 · answer #2 · answered by rhm5550 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The privacy of your medical records is insured under federal law, referred to as HIPAA. Under HIPAA, there are some exclusions. A partial list is:
1. insurance/medicare, etc. that needs the records to pay bill;
2. responding to subpoena or court order;
3. guardians of adults or minors have access to their records.
There are others, but most any entity needs your written permission to access records.
It is possible you gave written permission and didn't know it. Check the forms you sign.
2007-10-16 16:53:06 · answer #3 · answered by scottclear 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without cause, no. Need to see would have to be proved to a judge. But if Hillary-care gets in, guess who will HAVE your medical records?
2007-10-16 16:47:02 · answer #4 · answered by curtisports2 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋