LAC 46:XLV.5373. Penalties [Formerly §2369]

A. If a person licensed to practice midwifery under the provisions of these regulations is found guilty of violating any provisions of the Act or these regulations, the board may fine the midwife a sum of not more than $1,000 and may suspend or revoke the license of the licensed midwife practitioner. B. The board may cause an injunction to be issued in any court of competent jurisdiction enjoining any person from violating the provisions of the Act or of these regulations. In a suit for injunction, the court may issue a fine of not less than $100 against any person found in violation of the provisions of these regulations plus court costs and attorney's fees. C. A licensed midwife who fails to timely file the annual report required by §5361 of this Chapter shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $100 each day the report is filed late. In no case shall the fine exceed $500.