Can a inmate get his medical records from his doctor transfer to the jail he is in?
Jocelyn Dawson
Yes, the medical records are the property of the inmate and are allowed a copy.
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Yes, the medical records are the property of the inmate and are allowed a copy. Have him fill out a "cop out" request for them.
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Accepted Answer Date Created: December 31,2016
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Last reviewed December 2016.