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2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Acupuncture Board of Examiners: Acupuncture Licensee or Auricular Certificate Holder By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 1. A.R.S. § 32-3951: The Board of Acupuncture 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time may deny, revoke or suspend a license for: (1) [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 1 conviction of any felony, or a misdemeanor 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, involving a crime of moral turpitude2; (2) 2703] violating A.R.S. chapter 32 or Board rules 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 2. Ariz. Admin. Code R4-8-605: the Board may 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence consider the following factors when [A.R.S. § 28-1383] determining what level of discipline to apply: 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] (1) prior conduct; (2) dishonest motive; (3) 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] amount of experience; (4) bad faith 7. Theft of property or services valued more than obstruction of proceeding; (5) submission of $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] false evidence; (6) refusal to acknowledge 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a wrongful nature of conduct; (7) harm prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 13resulting from conduct; (8) if harm was cured 3406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 12. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] Disciplinary Rules 1 Conviction by a court of competent jurisdiction or plea of no contest is conclusive evidence of commission. A "crime of moral turpitude" is defined as a crime that is "deprived and inherently base" or "adversely reflects on one's honesty, integrity, or personal values." Sebrig v. Pamintuan, 2008 WL 2497746, at *2 (Ariz. Ct. App. 2008); Raye v. Jones, 206 Ariz. 189, 191-92, 76 P.3d 863, 865-66 (Ct. App. 2003). Arizona courts have explicitly labeled only misdemeanor shoplifting, leaving the scene of an accident, false reporting to law enforcement and bottomless dancing as crimes of moral turpitude. Derendal v. Griffith, 209 Ariz. 416, 424, 104 P.3d 147, 155 (2005). Arizona courts have declined to classify misdemeanor assault classified as domestic violence, misdemeanor child abuse and possession of marijuana as crimes of moral turpitude. Derendal, 209 Ariz. at 424, 104 P.3d at 155; In re Marquardt, 161 Ariz. 206, 211, 778 P.2d 241, 246 (1989). 2 Page 1 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Athletic Training: Athletic Trainer Disciplinary Rules 1. A.R.S. § 32-4153: The following are grounds for disciplinary action: (1) committing any felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; (2) practicing as an athletic trainer if the licensee's physical or mental abilities are impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance that interferes with the ability to safely practice athletic training; (3) engaging in sexual misconduct which includes: (a) Engaging in or soliciting sexual relationships, whether consensual or nonconsensual, while a provider relationship exists. (b) Making sexual advances, requesting sexual favors or engaging in other verbal conduct or physical contact of a sexual nature with a person treated by the athletic trainer. (c) Intentionally viewing a completely or partially disrobed patient in the course of treatment if the viewing is not related to treatment under current practice standards. 2. A.R.S. § 32-4156: On grounds that the licensee has violated A.R.S. § 32-4153 the board may revoke a license and impose a civil penalty of at least two hundred fifty dollars but not more than ten thousand dollars for By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 13. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 14. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 9. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 10. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 11. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] Page 2 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License each violation of this chapter Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners: Behavioral Health Professional 1. A.R.S. § 32-3281: A credentialing committee, on its own motion or on a complaint, may investigate any evidence that appears to show that a licensee is or may be incompetent, is or may be guilty of unprofessional conduct or is or may be mentally or physically unable to safely engage in the practice of behavioral health 2. A.R.S. § 32-3201: Unprofessional conduct includes (1) conviction of a felony; (2) active habitual intemperance in the use of alcohol or active habitual substance abuse; (3) using a controlled substance that is not prescribed for use during a prescribed course of treatment. 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 6. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 7. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 8. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 9. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 10. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 11. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] Page 3 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Chiropractic Examiners: Chiropractor Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License Ariz. Admin. Code R4-7-902: Committing a 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time felony, whether or not involving moral [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving moral 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, turpitude. Any act in A.R.S. § 32-924(A). 2703] A.R.S. § 32-924(A): (1) Habitual use of 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] alcohol, narcotics or stimulants; (2) 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence Conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral [A.R.S. § 28-1383] turpitude or a felony; (3) unprofessional 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] conduct likely to deceive or defraud the 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] public or discredit the profession 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 9. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 10. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 11. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 12. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] A.R.S. § 32-1297.07: The Board may censure 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time or revoke the license of any Denturist for the [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] causes established under A.R.S. § 32-1263 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, A.R.S. § 32-1263: The Board of Dental 2703] Examiners may invoke disciplinary action 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] against a licensed dentist (1) unprofessional 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence Disciplinary Rules 1. 2. Arizona Board of Dental Examiners: Denturists By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish 1. 2. Page 4 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Dental Examiners: Dental Hygienist By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License conduct; or (2) conviction of a felony or [A.R.S. § 28-1383] misdemeanor involving moral turpitude 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 3. A.R.S. § 32-1201: Unprofessional conduct 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] means using controlled substances or alcohol 7. Theft of property or services valued more than to the extent it affects the ability of the $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] dentist, denturist or dental hygienist to 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a practice that person's profession prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 12. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 13. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 14. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. A.R.S. § 32-1290: The Board may censure or 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time revoke the license of any Dental Hygienist for [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] the causes established under A.R.S. § 32-1263 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2. A.R.S. § 32-1263: The Board of Dental 2703] Examiners may invoke disciplinary action 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] against a licensed dentist (1) unprofessional 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence conduct; or (2) conviction of a felony or [A.R.S. § 28-1383] Disciplinary Rules Page 5 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules misdemeanor involving moral turpitude 3. A.R.S. § 32-1201: Unprofessional conduct means using controlled substances or alcohol to the extent it affects the ability of the dentist, denturist or dental hygienist to practice that person's profession Arizona Board of Dispensing Opticians: Dispensing Optician 1. A.R.S. § 32-1696: (1) Obtain or attempt to obtain a license by fraud or misrepresentation or by knowingly taking advantage of a mistake of another person or agency; (2) hire, procure or induce a person to act as a licensed dispensing optician if the person is not licensed to practice as a dispensing optician; (3) give, pay or receive, or offer to give, pay By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 12. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 13. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 14. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. No specific crimes are mentioned by the relevant statutes, however the board has authority to investigate and discipline board members if there are any grounds for disciplinary action [A.R.S. §§ 32-1691.01, 1693] 2. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged Page 6 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules or receive, directly or indirectly, any gift, premium, discount, rebate or remuneration to or from any physician or optometrist in return for the referral of patients or customers. Arizona Board of Homeopathic Medical Examiners: Homeopathic Physicians 1. A.R.S. § 32-2934: The board on its own motion may investigate any evidence that appears to show that a homeopathic physician is or may be medically incompetent, guilty of unprofessional conduct or mentally or physically unable to engage safely in the practice of medicine 2. A.R.S. § 32-2933: Unprofessional conducts includes (1) commission of a felony, whether or not involving moral turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; (2) habitual intemperance in the use of alcohol or habitual substance abuse; (3) prescribing a controlled substance for other than accepted therapeutic purposes; (4) immorality or misconduct that tends to discredit the profession; (5) using a controlled substance unless it is prescribed by another physician for use during a prescribed course of treatment. By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 3. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 12. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 13. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged Page 7 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Massage Therapy: Massage Therapist Disciplinary Rules 1. A.R.S. § 32-4254: If the board finds that the public health, safety or welfare requires emergency action and incorporates a finding to that effect in its order, the board may restrict, limit or order a summary suspension of a license pending proceedings for revocation or other action. 2. A.R.S. § 32-4253: Disciplinary action may be taken for: (1) use of drugs or alcohol to the extent that it affects competence; (2) conduct that could harm the public; (3) violating written rules of the Board; (4) conviction of any felony, or misdemeanor that involves moral turpitude By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 14. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 12. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 13. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient Page 8 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Nursing: Registered Nurse By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 14. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. A.R.S. § 32-1663: After affording a request 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time for an administrative hearing the Board of [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] Nursing may revoke or suspend a license after 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, finding unprofessional conduct occurred 2703] 2. A.R.S. § 32-1601(16): Unprofessional 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] conduct includes (1) conviction of a felony or 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; (2) [A.R.S. § 28-1383] having a license denied or revoked in another 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] jurisdiction; (3) committing an act that 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] deceives, defrauds or harms the public; or (4) 7. Theft of property or services valued more than violating a rule adopted by the Nursing Board $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Obtaining, possessing, administering, or using any narcotic, controlled substance, or illegal drug in violation of any federal or state criminal law, or in violation of the policy of any health care facility, school, institution, or other work location at which the nurse practices [Ariz. Admin. Code R4-19-404] 12. A pattern of using or being under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a similar substance to the Disciplinary Rules Page 9 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Nursing: Certified Nursing Assistant By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License extent that judgment may be impaired and nursing practice detrimentally affected [Ariz. Admin. Code R4-19-404] 13. Being charged with a felony or a misdemeanor involving conduct that may affect patient safety, failing to notify the Board in writing, as required under A.R.S. § 32-3208, within 10 days of being charged, or failing to notify the Board, in writing, of a conviction for a felony or an undesignated offense within 10 days of the conviction [A.R.S. § 32-3208(D); Ariz. Admin. Code R4-19-404] 14. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 15. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. A.R.S. § 32-1663: After affording a request 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time for an administrative hearing the Board of [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] Nursing may revoke or suspend a license after 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, finding unprofessional conduct occurred 2703] 2. A.R.S. § 32-1601(16): Unprofessional 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] conduct includes (1) conviction of a felony or 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; (2) [A.R.S. § 28-1383] having a license denied or revoked in another 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] jurisdiction; (3) committing an act that 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] deceives, defrauds or harms the public; or (4) 7. Theft of property or services valued more than violating a rule adopted by the Nursing Board $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 3. Ariz. Admin. Code R4-19-814: 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a Unprofessional conduct for certified Nursing prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 13Assistant includes the same actions as 3406(B)(1)] Disciplinary Rules Page 10 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules unprofessional conduct for Registered Nurse By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Obtaining, possessing, administering, or using any narcotic, controlled substance, or illegal drug in violation of any federal or state criminal law, or in violation of the policy of any health care facility, school, institution, or other work location at which the nurse practices [Ariz. Admin. Code R4-19-814] 12. A pattern of using or being under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a similar substance to the extent that judgment may be impaired and nursing practice detrimentally affected [Ariz. Admin. Code R4-19-814] 13. Being charged with a felony or a misdemeanor involving conduct that may affect patient safety, failing to notify the Board in writing, as required under A.R.S. § 32-3208, within 10 days of being charged, or failing to notify the Board, in writing, of a conviction for a felony or an undesignated offense within 10 days of the conviction [A.R.S. § 32-3208(D); Ariz. Admin. Code R4-19-814] 14. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 15. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] Page 11 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners: Occupational Therapist Arizona Board of Optometry: Optometric Doctor (O.D.) By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 1. A.R.S. § 32-3442(K): Any licensee who, after 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time a hearing, is found guilty of unprofessional [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] conduct or incompetence is subject to the 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, following … suspension or revocation of the 2703] license. 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 2. A.R.S. § 32-3401: Unprofessional conduct 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence includes the following: (1) habitual [A.R.S. § 28-1383] intemperance in the use of alcohol; (2) 5. Theft of property or services valued more than habitual use of narcotic or hypnotic drugs; (3) $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] committing a felony, whether or not involving 6. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a moral turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 13moral turpitude; (4) engaging in the assault or 3406(B)(1)] battery of a client. 7. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 8. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 9. Assault or battery of a client [A.R.S. § 13-1202] 10. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 11. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 12. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. A.R.S. §32-1743: After notice and a hearing 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time the board suspend or revoke the license of a [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] doctor of optometry for: (1) Conviction of a 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, felony or any offense involving moral 2703] turpitude; (2) Procuring or attempting to 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] Disciplinary Rules Page 12 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules procure a license to practice optometry or a certificate to use pharmaceutical agents by fraud, deceit, misrepresentation or knowingly taking advantage of the mistake of another person or agency; (3) Conduct likely to deceive or defraud the public; (4) Unprofessional conduct. 2. A.R.S. §32-1701: Unprofessional conduct includes addiction to, or illegal use of, narcotic drugs or use of intoxicating beverages to excess Arizona Board of Osteopathic Examiners: Osteopathic Physician / Surgeon 1. A.R.S. § 32-1855: The board on its own motion may investigate any information that appears to show that an osteopathic physician and surgeon is or may be guilty of unprofessional conduct or is or may be mentally or physically unable safely to engage in the practice of medicine. 2. A.R.S. § 32-1854: Unprofessional conduct By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 12. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 13. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] Page 13 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules includes (1) conviction of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; (2) practicing medicine while under the influence of alcohol, narcotic or hypnotic drugs or any substance that impairs or may impair the licensee's ability to safely and skillfully practice medicine; (3) prescribing, dispensing or administering controlled substances or prescription-only drugs for other than accepted therapeutic purposes; (4) using controlled substances or prescription-only drugs unless they are provided by a medical practitioner, as defined in section 32-1901, as part of a lawful course of treatment; (5) nontherapeutic use of injectable amphetamines; Any conduct or practice that impairs the licensee's ability to safely and skillfully practice medicine or that may reasonably be expected to do so. Arizona Board of Pharmacy: Pharmacist, Pharmacy Intern, Graduate Intern 1. Ariz. Admin. Code R4-23-901: In addition, a license or permit issued under the provisions of A.R.S. Title 32, Chapter 18 is subject to suspension or revocation for violation of 4 A.A.C. 23. 2. A.R.S. §32-1927: Disciplinary action may be taken for (1) unprofessional conduct; (2) if licensee is found to be mentally or physically unfit to practice 3. A.R.S. §32-1901.01(B): Unprofessional conduct, whether in Arizona or outside of By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 12. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 13. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] Page 14 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules Arizona, includes: (1) addiction to or use of alcohol or other drugs; (2) conviction of, or plea of no contest to, felony, whether or not involving moral turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, or any drug related offense Arizona Board of Pharmacy: Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Technician Trainee 1. Ariz. Admin. Code R4-23-901: In addition, a license or permit issued under the provisions of A.R.S. Title 32, Chapter 18 is subject to suspension or revocation for violation of 4 A.A.C. 23. 2. A.R.S. §32-1927: Disciplinary action may be By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Conviction of any drug related offense [A.R.S. § 32-1901.01(B)] 12. Working under the influence of alcohol [A.R.S. § 32-1901.01(B)] 13. Violating any state, federal or administrative law relating to controlled substances, or prescription only drugs [A.R.S. § 321901.01(B)] 14. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 15. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 16. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence Page 15 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules taken for (1) unprofessional conduct; (2) if licensee is found to be mentally or physically unfit to practice 3. A.R.S. §32-1901.01(C): Unprofessional conduct, whether in Arizona or outside of Arizona, includes: (1) addiction to or use of alcohol or other drugs; (2) conviction of, or plea of no contest to, felony, whether or not involving moral turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, or any drug related offense By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Conviction of any drug related offense [A.R.S. § 32-1901.01(C)] 12. Working under the influence of alcohol [A.R.S. § 32-1901.01(C)] 13. Violating any state, federal or administrative law relating to controlled substances, or prescription only drugs [A.R.S. § 321901.01(C)] 14. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 15. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 16. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] Page 16 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Physical Therapy: Physical Therapist Arizona Board of Podiatry Examiners: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 1. A.R.S. § 32-2044: The following are grounds 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time for disciplinary action (1) Committing a [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] felony, whether or not involving moral 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving moral 2703] turpitude; (2) having had a license or 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] certificate revoked or suspended or other 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence disciplinary action taken or an application for [A.R.S. § 28-1383] licensure or certification refused, revoked or 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] suspended by the proper authorities of another 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] state, territory or country; (3) practicing as a 7. Theft of property or services valued more than physical therapist while mentally or $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] physically impaired 8. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 9. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 10. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 11. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. A.R.S. § 32-852: The Board may revoke or 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time suspend a license for any act of [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] unprofessional conduct. 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2. A.R.S. § 32-852: Unprofessional conduct 2703] includes: (1) committing a felony, whether or 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] not involving moral turpitude, or a 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; (2) [A.R.S. § 28-1383] habitual intemperance in the use of alcohol or 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] habitual substance abuse; (3) use of controlled 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] Disciplinary Rules Page 17 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Disciplinary Rules substances or prescription-only drugs except if provided by a physician; (4) providing any controlled substance or prescription-only drug for other than accepted therapeutic purposes Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners: Psychologist 1. A.R.S. § 32-2801: The board, on its own motion, may investigate evidence that appears to show that a psychologist is psychologically incompetent, guilty of unprofessional conduct or mentally or physically unable to safely engage in the practice of psychology. 2. A.R.S. § 32-2601: Unprofessional conduct includes: (1) failing or refusing to maintain and retain adequate business, financial or professional records pertaining to the psychological services provided to a client; (2) commission of a felony, whether or not By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 12. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 13. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Production, use, transportation, or sale of Page 18 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Board of Respiratory Care Examiners: Respiratory Care Provider By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License involving moral turpitude, or a misdemeanor marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] involving moral turpitude; (3) practicing 9. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, psychology while impaired or incapacitated to sale, manufacture, or transportation of a the extent and in a manner that jeopardizes the narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] welfare of the client or renders the 10. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in psychological services provided ineffective. writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 11. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. A.R.S. § 32-3552: The Board may take 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time disciplinary action if the applicant or licensee: [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] (1) commits an act of unprofessional conduct; 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, (2) is convicted of a felony if the conviction 2703] has not been set aside by the court. 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 2. A.R.S. § 32-3501: "Unprofessional conduct" 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence includes the following acts: (1) committing a [A.R.S. § 28-1383] felony, whether or not involving moral 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving moral 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] turpitude; (2) habitual intemperance in the use 7. Theft of property or services valued more than of alcohol; (3) illegal use of narcotic or $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] hypnotic drugs or substances; (4) immorality 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a or misconduct that tends to discredit the prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 13respiratory therapy profession; (5) any 3406(B)(1)] conduct, practice or condition which does or 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of might impair the person's ability to safely and marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] skillfully practice respiratory therapy. 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs Disciplinary Rules Page 19 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Medical Board: Medical Doctor By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 12. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 13. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 14. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Ariz. Admin. Code R4-16-602, 603: Medical 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time board has the authority to discipline members, [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] including revoke licensing, for unprofessional 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, conduct 2703] 2. A.R.S. § 32-1401(27): Unprofessional 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] conduct includes (1) violating any state or 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence federal laws applicable to the practice of [A.R.S. § 28-1383] medicine; (2) committing a felony, whether or 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] not involving moral turpitude, or a 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; and 7. Theft of property or services valued more than (3) using controlled substances except as $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] prescribed 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] Disciplinary Rules Page 20 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Medical Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners: Radiologic Technologists Disciplinary Rules 1. A.R.S. § 32-2821: The certificate of a technologist, radiologist assistant or permit holder may be suspended for a fixed period, or may be revoked for (1) has been convicted in a court of competent jurisdiction of a crime involving moral turpitude; (2) is an habitual drunkard or is addicted to the use of morphine, cocaine or other drugs having similar effect, is insane or uses hallucinogens; (3) has been guilty of unethical professional conduct. 2. A.R.S. § 32-2801: Unethical professional conduct includes (1) Use of controlled substances as defined in section 36-2501, narcotic drugs, dangerous drugs or marijuana as defined in section 13-3401 or hypnotic drugs, derivatives or any compounds, mixtures or preparations that may be used for producing hypnotic effects or use of alcohol to the extent that it affects the ability of the certificate or permit holder to practice his profession; (2) using drugs for other than accepted therapeutic purposes. By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 12. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 13. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Use of controlled substances defined in A.R.S. § 36-2501, or hypnotic drugs 12. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 13. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in Page 21 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Nautropathic Board of Medical Examiners: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Disciplinary Rules 1. A.R.S. § 32-1551: The Board may revoke the license of a doctor of naturopathic medicine for unprofessional conduct after notice and a hearing. 2. A.R.S. § 32-1501: Unprofessional conduct includes: (1) dishonorable conduct reflecting badly on the profession; (2) conviction of any felony, or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; (3) substance abuse; (4) illegal use of any drug or narcotic substance; (5) use of a controlled substance unless prescribed By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 14. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 12. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] Page 22 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants: Physician Assistant Disciplinary Rules 1. A.R.S. § 32-2551: The Board on its own motion may investigate any evidence that appears to show that a physician assistant is or may be medically incompetent, is or may be guilty of unprofessional conduct or is or may be mentally or physically unable to carry out approved health care tasks. 2. A.R.S. § 32-2501: "Unprofessional conduct" includes the following acts by a physician assistant that occur in this state or elsewhere: (1) habitual intemperance in the use of alcohol or habitual substance abuse; (2) any conduct or practice that is or might be harmful or dangerous to the health of a patient or the public; (3) using controlled substances that have not been prescribed by a physician, physician assistant, dentist or nurse practitioner for use during a prescribed course of treatment; (4) committing a felony, whether or not involving moral turpitude, or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License 13. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 12. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 13. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over Page 23 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals Professional Association: Professional Title Arizona Veterinary Medical Examining Board: Veterinarian Disciplinary Rules 1. A.R.S. § 32-2233: The board, by majority consent, may revoke or suspend a permit or license for unprofessional or dishonorable conduct. 2. A.R.S. § 32-2232: Unprofessional conduct includes (1) conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude, or conviction of a felony; (2) distribution of narcotics, dangerous drugs, prescription-only drugs or controlled substances for other than legitimate purposes. By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Common Crimes that May Result in Loss or Suspension of License six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] 1. Domestic Violence if charged for a third time [A.R.S. § 13-3601(M)(2)] 2. Perjury or False Swearing [A.R.S. §§ 13-2702, 2703] 3. Aggravated Assault [A.R.S. § 13-1204] 4. Aggravated Driving Under the Influence [A.R.S. § 28-1383] 5. "Hit and run" [A.R.S. § 28-663] 6. Shoplifting [A.R.S. § 13-1805] 7. Theft of property or services valued more than $1,000 dollars [A.R.S. §13-1802] 8. Unauthorized possession or transportation of a prescription drug for sale [A.R.S. § 133406(B)(1)] 9. Production, use, transportation, or sale of marijuana [A.R.S. § 13-3405] 10. Production, possession, transportation for sale, possession of equipment for manufacture of a dangerous drug [A.R.S. § 13-3407(B)] 11. Possession, use, administration, acquisition, sale, manufacture, or transportation of a narcotic drug [A.R.S. § 13-3408] 12. Failure to notify the Board, within ten days in writing, that the Professional has been charged with a misdemeanor that may affect patient safety, or a felony [A.R.S. 32-3208(D)] 13. Deliberate failure to pay child support for over six months [A.R.S. § 25-518(F)] Page 24 of 25 2009 Arizona Health Care Professionals Consequences Chart Administrative Consequences of Criminal Convictions: Health Care Professionals By: Michael Harwin and William Furnish Page 25 of 25