76-7-328. Hearing to determine necessity of physician's conduct.
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Effective 10/1/2024
76-7-328. Hearing to determine necessity of physician's conduct.
(1)A physician accused of an offense under Section 76-7-326 may seek a hearing before the Medical Licensing Board created in Section 58-67-201 on whether the physician's conduct was necessary to save the life of the mother whose life was endangered by a physical disorder, physical illness, or physical injury, including a life endangering physical condition caused by or arising from the pregnancy itself.
(2)The findings on that issue are admissible on that issue at the trial of the physician. Upon a motion from the physician, the court shall delay the beginning of the trial for not more than 30 days to permit such a hearing to take place.
Amended by Chapter 507 , 2024 General Session