①It is prohibited for a current or former officer or personnel of an designated dispute resolution organization to divulge confidential information learned in the course of dispute resolution services or to use the information for personal gain.

②As concerns the application of the Penal Code (Act No. 45 of 1907) and other penal provisions, officers and personnel of a designated dispute resolution organization who are engaged in providing dispute resolution services are deemed to be officials engaged in public service pursuant to laws and regulations.