R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-92-9

Current through 2024 Public Law 457
Section 5-92-9 - Grounds for denial; refusal to renew; revocation; suspension or cancellation of genetic counselor license

The department may deny or refuse to renew a license or, after a hearing, revoke, suspend or cancel the license or place on probation, reprimand, censure , or otherwise discipline a licensee upon proof satisfactory to the department that the person has:

(1) Obtained or attempted to obtain a license by fraud or deception;
(2) Been convicted of an offense warranting disqualification in accordance with the standards and procedures established in § 28-5.1-14;
(3) Been adjudged mentally ill or incompetent by a court of competent jurisdiction;
(4) Used illicit drugs or intoxicating liquors to an extent which adversely affects his or her practice;
(5) Engaged in unethical or unprofessional conduct including, but not limited to, willful acts, negligence , or incompetence in the course of professional practice;
(6) Violated any lawful order, rule , or regulation rendered or adopted by the department; or
(7) Been refused issuance or been disciplined in connection with a license issued by any other state or country.

R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-92-9

Added by 2022 Pub. Laws, ch. 301, § 1, eff. 6/29/2022.
Added by 2022 Pub. Laws, ch. 302, § 1, eff. 6/29/2022.