Gregory Aimes,who is being tried for murder,has retained Linda Steve as an attorney for his defense.While questioning Gregory about the case,Linda receives a confession of murder from Gregory.Under which of the following conditions can Linda lawfully ignore the attorney-client privilege and report Gregory to the proper authorities?
A)if Gregory discloses to Linda that he plans to murder a specific person in the future
B)if Linda voluntarily resigns as Gregory's attorney
C)if Gregory asks that Linda be replaced as his attorney
D)if Gregory is acquitted in the case

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The attorney-client privilege does not extend to future crimes or intended harm. If Gregory discloses to Linda that he plans to murder a specific person in the future, Linda can lawfully ignore the attorney-client privilege and report Gregory to the proper authorities. However, if Linda voluntarily resigns as Gregory's attorney, or if Gregory asks that Linda be replaced as his attorney, the attorney-client privilege still applies. Additionally, if Gregory is acquitted in the case, Linda cannot report the confession to the proper authorities as the privilege extends even after the case has ended.

Gregory Aimes,who Is Being Tried for Murder,has Retained Linda Steve