Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 511-2-8-.06

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through November 21, 2024
Rule 511-2-8-.06 - Immunity from civil and criminal liability and professional discipline
(1) In accordance with Code Section 31-17-7.1(c), a licensed practitioner who prescribes antibiotic drugs for expedited partner therapy in accordance with Code Section 31-17-7.1 and these Rules, reasonably and in good faith, shall not be subject to civil or criminal liability and shall not be deemed to have engaged in unprofessional conduct by the Composite Medical Board or the Board of Nursing.
(2) In accordance with Code Section 31-17-7.1(d), a pharmacist who dispenses antibiotic drugs pursuant to a prescription for expedited partner therapy in accordance with Code Section 31-17-7.1 and these Rules, reasonably and in good faith, shall not be subject to civil or criminal liability and shall not be deemed to have engaged in unprofessional conduct by the State Board of Pharmacy.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 511-2-8-.06

O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2A-6, 31-17-7.1.

Original Rule entitled "Immunity from civil and criminal liability and professional discipline" adopted. F. Apr. 18, 2018; eff. May 8, 2018.