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Consumer Privacy
The Department of Developmental Services is committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of those consumers served in a manner consistent with current laws. As a result the DDS may not be able to provide information requested where consumer confidentiality is at risk. The following links below provide additional information related to confidential information:
- The California Constitution, Article I, Section 1
- California Information Practices Act, Civil Code, Section 1798, et seq.)
- Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act, Welfare and Institution Code, Section 4514
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act