No person may establish, conduct, or maintain a birthing center without first obtaining a license from the department. The license is effective for a twelve-month period following the date of issue. A license issued under this chapter is not assignable or transferable and is subject to suspension or revocation at any time for failure to comply with this chapter or the regulations promulgated thereunder.
HISTORY: 1987 Act No. 99 Section 4.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 89 - Licensing Of Birthing Centers
Section 44-89-10. Short title.
Section 44-89-30. Definitions.
Section 44-89-40. Licensing of birthing centers.
Section 44-89-60. Reports from and investigations of centers; rules and regulations.
Section 44-89-70. Disclosure of inspection information and reports prohibited; exceptions.
Section 44-89-80. Denial, suspension, and revocation of license; penalties.
Section 44-89-100. Enforcement actions; criminal offenses; penalties.