CA SB1407

Prohibits psychotherapists from releasing mental health records of minors removed from parental custody in dependency proceedings based solely on parental authorization, unless the juvenile court authorizes such release after finding it would not be detrimental to the minor.

Requires parents or guardians to present a copy of the juvenile court's authorization order to the psychotherapist before any mental health records or information can be released or inspected.

Does not restrict a psychotherapist's existing authority to deny access to records under other circumstances, and does not affect liability protections for such denials.

Imposes no duty on psychotherapists to investigate or inquire whether a minor has been removed from parental custody when presented with a court authorization order.

Applies to all providers of health care who serve as psychotherapists and covers mental health records as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 123105.