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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
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.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 5. Businesses and Professions § 5-92-9. Grounds for denial--Refusal to renew--Revocation--Suspension or cancellation of genetic counselor license - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-5-businesses-and-professions/ri-gen-laws-sect-5-92-9/
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