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HomeEvidence CodeDiv. 8Ch. 4Art. 3§ 958 Lawyer-Client Duty Breach

§ 958 Lawyer-Client Duty Breach

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§ 958 Lawyer-Client Duty Breach

Key Takeaways

  • •If a lawyer or their client breaks a rule in their work together, their private talks can be used in court.
  • •This means secrets between a lawyer and client aren’t protected if they did something wrong.
  • •It’s like if you and your friend promise to keep a secret, but then your friend does something bad—you might have to tell.

Example

A lawyer helps a client hide money from the court.

The lawyer and client’s private talks about hiding the money can be used as proof in court because they broke the rules.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 958 Lawyer-Client Duty Breach

There is no privilege under this article as to a communication relevant to an issue of breach, by the lawyer or by the client, of a duty arising out of the lawyer-client relationship. (Enacted by Stats. 1965, Ch. 299.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

privilegebreach of dutylawyer-client relationship

Related Statutes

  • § 1001 Physician-Patient Duty Breach
  • § 1020 Psychotherapist-Patient Duty Breach
  • § 954 Client-Lawyer Confidentiality Privilege
  • § 955 Lawyer Privilege Claim Duty
  • § 956.5 Lawyer Duty To Prevent Harm

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Evidence Code. Section 958.
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