Vermont § 2121 - Unprofessional conduct
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 2121 — Unprofessional conduct, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2121. Unprofessional conduct
- (a) Unprofessional conduct is the conduct prohibited by this section and by 3 V.S.A. § 129a, whether or not taken by a license holder. (b) Unprofessional conduct shall include: (1) sexual harassment of a patient; (2) engaging in a sexual act as defined in 13 V.S.A. § 3251 with a patient; (3) any of the following except when reasonably undertaken in an emergency situation in
order to protect life, health, or property: (A) practicing or offering to practice beyond the scope permitted by law; (B) accepting and performing physical therapy responsibilities that the licensee knows
or has reason to know that he or she is not competent to perform; or (C) performing physical therapy services that have not been authorized by the consumer
or the consumer’s legal representative. (c) After hearing, an administrative law officer may take disciplinary action against
a licensee or applicant found guilty of unprofessional conduct. A finding of unprofessional
conduct shall be grounds for: (1) denying an application for licensure; (2) revoking, suspending, or conditioning a license; or (3) otherwise disciplining a licensee. (Added 1981, No. 227 (Adj. Sess.), § 6; amended 1989, No. 250 (Adj. Sess.), § 4; 1997, No. 40, § 49; 1997, No. 145 (Adj. Sess.), § 44; 1999, No. 52, § 14; 2005, No. 27, § 64; 2007, No. 163 (Adj. Sess.), § 21.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 2121
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 2121 cover?
Section 2121 ("Unprofessional conduct") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 2121?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 2121" (Vermont). 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 Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 2121 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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