A court has ordered the release of a client's records. Under which condition may the LPCC disclose without consent?

Prepare for the LPCC Law and Ethics Test 2. Use flashcards and multiple-choice questions with explanations. Enhance your understanding of ethics and legal standards for effective counseling practice.

When confidentiality is involved, information can be shared without the client’s consent only under specific legal exceptions. A court order is one of those exceptions, so if a court has commanded release of records, the LPCC may disclose the minimum information necessary to comply with that order even without consent. The counselor should reference the order, limit disclosure to what is explicitly required, document the release, and seek protective measures if possible.

This aligns with the principle that legal mandates override the usual need for client consent. The other options don’t fit because consent is normally required to release records, a court order is the authorized exception, and simply having another parent’s consent is not the general rule guiding disclosure in all cases. A court order specifically creates the condition that allows disclosure without the client’s consent.