I.-Without prejudice to the provisions of article L. 821-12-5 of this code and in I of article L. 631-1 of the Monetary and Financial Code, the staff of the High Council, as well as all natural or legal persons who, in any capacity whatsoever, participate, even occasionally, in the activity of the High Council, are bound by professional secrecy with regard to facts, acts and information of which they may have knowledge by reason of their duties.
This secrecy is not enforceable against the judicial authority.
II.-Professional secrecy may not be invoked against the High Council and its departments in the performance of their duties, except by officers of the court.