Section 330-C:27 - Disciplinary Action; MisconductI. [Repealed by 2023 amendment.]II. [Repealed by 2023 amendment.]III. Misconduct sufficient to support disciplinary proceedings under this section includes: (a) Violating any provision of this chapter or any substantive rule adopted under this chapter or order issued by the board.(b) Engaging in the practice of substance use counseling, co-occurring disorders counseling, or supervision in a manner harmful or dangerous to the client or public.(c) Fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a license, certification, or other authorization to practice substance use counseling or co-occurring disorders counseling in this or another state or territory of the United States.(d) Engaging in sexual relations, soliciting sexual relations, or committing an act of sexual abuse or sexual misconduct with a current client or with a person who was a client.(e) Failing to remain free from the use of any controlled substance or any alcoholic beverage to the extent that the use impairs the ability of the licensee or certificate holder to conduct with safety to the public the practices authorized by this chapter.(f) Conviction of a felony which has not been waived by the board.(g) An act or omission causing another state or territory of the United States to revoke or suspend a license, certification, or other authorization to practice substance use counseling or co-occurring disorders counseling or to discipline the person authorized to practice by placing him or her on probation.(h) Failing to maintain confidentiality pursuant to RSA 330-C:26.(i) Engaging in false or misleading advertising.(j) Having a mental disability which significantly impairs professional ability or judgment to the extent that it impairs the ability to conduct with safety to the public the practices authorized by this chapter, unless the board finds that measures have been taken to control the effects of the disability.IV. to VI. [Repealed by 2023 amendment.]Amended by 2023, 212:7, eff. 10/3/2023. 2008, 189:1. 2010, 249:21, eff. Sept. 4, 2010.