Nebraska Statutes 38-193. Credential; disciplinary action; partial-birth abortion; violation of Preborn Child Protection Act; director; powers and duties
(1) If the petition is brought with respect to subdivision (3) of section 38-2021, the director shall make findings as to whether the licensee’s conduct was necessary to save the life of a 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. The director shall have the authority through entry of an order to exercise in his or her discretion any or all of the sanctions authorized under section 38-196, irrespective of the petition.
Terms Used In Nebraska Statutes 38-193
- Credential: means a license, certificate, or registration. See Nebraska Statutes 38-113
- Director: means the Director of Public Health of the Division of Public Health or his or her designee. See Nebraska Statutes 38-116
- State: when applied to different states of the United States shall be construed to extend to and include the District of Columbia and the several territories organized by Congress. See Nebraska Statutes 49-801
(2) If the petition is brought with respect to subdivision (5) of section 38-2021, the director shall make findings as to whether the licensee performed or induced an unlawful abortion in violation of section 71-6915. If the director finds such a violation, the director shall enter an order revoking the licensee’s credential to practice pursuant to the Uniform Credentialing Act in the State of Nebraska in accordance with subsection (2) of section 38-196 and section 38-1,100.