Florida § 466.027 - Sexual misconduct.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 466.027 — Sexual misconduct., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 466.027. Sexual misconduct.
The dentist-patient relationship is founded on mutual trust. Sexual misconduct in the practice of dentistry means violation of the dentist-patient relationship through which the dentist uses said relationship to induce or attempt to induce the patient to engage, or to engage or attempt to engage the patient, in sexual activity outside the scope of the practice or the scope of generally accepted examination or treatment of the patient. Sexual misconduct in the practice of dentistry is prohibited.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 466.027
What does Florida Statutes § 466.027 cover?
Section 466.027 ("Sexual misconduct.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 466.027?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 466.027" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 466.027 apply to my situation?
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