Dr. Anderson has a client who discloses that he has committed several violent crimes in the past. What is Dr. Anderson's legal obligation?
a. Dr. Anderson's obligation is entirely dependent on the nature of the crime the client committed.
b. Dr. Anderson is not legally required to breach confidentiality.
c. Dr. Anderson is legally required to breach confidentiality and report the crime.
d. Dr. Anderson is only required to breach confidentiality if the past crime predicts future violence.
B
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