RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Testing the limits of the ‘joint account’ model of genetic information: a legal thought experiment JF Journal of Medical Ethics JO J Med Ethics FD BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and Institute of Medical Ethics SP 379 OP 382 DO 10.1136/medethics-2014-102142 VO 41 IS 5 A1 Charles Foster A1 Jonathan Herring A1 Magnus Boyd YR 2015 UL http://jme.bmj.com/content/41/5/379.abstract AB We examine the likely reception in the courtroom of the ‘joint account’ model of genetic confidentiality. We conclude that the model, as modified by Gilbar and others, is workable and reflects, better than more conventional legal approaches, both the biological and psychological realities and the obligations owed under Articles 8 and 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR).