What the Gov't Wants to Know About You

Kansas law requires that doctors report cases of suspected sexual abuse.

Attorney General of Kansas, Phill Kline, issued an opinion stating that the law requires "all health care providers . . . alert the government when they learn that a minor had engaged in sexual activity or wants contraception."

Imagine the consequences! Would any young woman go to a doctor if she feared that the visit would lead to an official report about her sexual activity being reported to the government? At best, one expects patients would withhold potentially significant information from their doctors.

Fortunately, a Federal Judge struck down the Attorney General's interpretation. THAT is why we need an independent judiciary.