The department may, pursuant to SDCL chapter 1-26 and SDCL 34-20G-81, suspend for up to six months or revoke a registration certificate for any knowing violation of this article or SDCL chapter 34-20G that involves dishonesty, concealment, breach of patient privacy, diversion, or threat to public health or safety.
Upon the discovery of serious and knowing violations that pose an ongoing threat to public health, safety, or welfare, the department may initiate emergency suspension proceedings pursuant to SDCL 1-26-29.
S.D. Admin. R. 44:90:12:04
General Authority: SDCL 34-20G-72(6).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-20G-72(6), 34-20G-80, 34-20G-81.