S.D. Admin. R. 20:48:16:04

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 20:48:16:04 - Grounds for denial of application or removal from registry

The board, in compliance with SDCL chapters 1-26 and 36-1 C, may deny an applicant or remove a registrant upon proof that the applicant or registrant has:

(1) Committed fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation in procuring or attempting to procure registration;

(2) Been convicted of a felony. The conviction of a felony means the conviction of any offense that, if committed within this state, would constitute a felony under its laws;

(3) Committed an alcohol or drug related act or offense that interferes with the ability to practice as a registrant safely;

(4) Negligently, willfully, or intentionally acted in a manner inconsistent with the health or safety of a person entrusted to the registrant's care;

(5) Had any license or registration denied, revoked, or suspended or had other disciplinary action taken;

(6) Violated any provision of chapter 36-9 or this article;

(7) Practiced during a time the registrant's registration is lapsed;

(8) Engaged in unsafe practice, substandard care, or unprofessional or dishonorable conduct;

(9) Violated confidentiality, patient privacy, consent, or disclosure of patient information; or

(10) Engaged in sexual harassment, sexual contact, or exercised influence within the registrant-patient relationship for the purpose of engaging a patient in sexual activity. A revoked registration may be reissued at the discretion of the board upon a finding of good cause.

S.D. Admin. R. 20:48:16:04

44 SDR 81, effective 11/6/2017; 49 SDR 1, effective 7/6/2022

General Authority: SDCL 36-9-21(5).

Law Implemented: SDCL 36-9-21(5).