Wisconsin · Wisconsin Statutes — Criminal Code (Ch. 939–951)

Wis. Stat. (Criminal Code) § 940.225: (5)

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A therapist who intentionally has sexual contact with a patient or client during an ongoing therapeutic relationship commits a Class F felony. Therapists who suspect such conduct must report it to the state department or district attorney within 30 days of patient consent.

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