Author Question: It is generally accepted that counselors have a strong prima facie obligation to abide by the legal ... (Read 61 times)

Tirant22 · **on:** Jul 31, 2018

It is generally accepted that counselors have a strong prima facie obligation to abide by the legal requirements in various situations. This prima facie duty means that:

a. counselors will always follow the law no matter what the code of ethics dictates.
b. obligations in question must be considered seriously in every case and set aside only if compelling reasons exist in specific instances.
c. counselors must take a consistent step of specific steps to resolve conflicts as dictated by their malpractice insurance policy.
d. factors other than law and ethics must be considered.

Question 2

In what instance would the legal system tend to override professional codes of ethics?

a. instances in which public health, safety and welfare is seriously threatened.
b. the legal system cannot override professional codes of ethics.
c. instances of sexual harassment.
d. when active duty military personnel are involved no matter the seriousness of the matter.