Legal representative is defined for the purpose of Section 456.057, F.S., as a patient’s attorney who has been designated by the patient to receive copies of the patient’s medical records; any legally recognized guardian of the patient; any court appointed representative of the patient; or any other person either designated by the patient or by a court of competent jurisdiction to receive copies of the patient’s medical records.

Rulemaking Authority 456.057, 458.309 FS. Law Implemented 456.057 FS. History–New 2-19-01.