Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 5-92 - Genetic Counselors Licensing Act
Section 5-92-9. - Grounds for denial — Refusal to renew — Revocation — Suspension or cancellation of genetic counselor license.

§ 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.
History of Section.P.L. 2022, ch. 301, § 1, effective June 29, 2022; P.L. 2022, ch. 302, § 1, effective June 29, 2022.

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