Attorney Morriss is representing Mr. Meiners in a case involving the kidnapping of Mr. Meiners's two dogs. During one of their conversations, Mr. Meiners reveals that he is planning to murder the key suspect in the kidnapping. Attorney Morriss notifies the police. Attorney Morriss is guilty of

A) Breach of duty of competence
B) Breach of duty of confidentiality
C) Breach of duty of honesty
D) None of these choices is correct.

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Mackenzie Reeves · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Attorney Morriss is not guilty of breaching confidentiality because there is an exception to the duty of confidentiality when a client reveals plans to commit a crime that could result in death or substantial bodily harm.

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