If you receive a subpoena from a court for your client’s private information, what should you do? Group of answer choices A. Nothing, Accountant-Client Priviledge is well established law B. Report the Judge to the bar C. Comply with the subpoena, because there is no such thing as Accountant-Client Privilege D. Consult with an attorney, as Accountant-Client Privilege is determined on a state-by-state basis

If you receive a subpoena from a court for your client’s private information, what should you do? Group of answer choices A. Nothing, Accountant-Client Priviledge is well established law B. Report the Judge to the bar C. Comply with the subpoena, because there is no such thing as Accountant-Client Privilege D. Consult with an attorney, as Accountant-Client Privilege is determined on a state-by-state basis

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Chapter6: Professional Accounting In The Public Interest

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