30 Miss. Code. R. 2825-1.3 - Investigations

A. All complaints made to the board will be investigated. A case may be dismissed without further investigation based on a determination of either:

1) Lack of jurisdiction; or

2) No violation of the Mississippi Nursing Practice Law and/or the laws, rules and regulations governing the practice of nursing.

B. The Board may initiate an investigation either:

1) In response to a written complaint or adverse information received by the Board; or

2) Based on information independently developed by the investigative staff of the Board.

C. During an investigation, the investigative staff may interview and take the statements of witnesses and licensees. During the interview of a licensee, the investigative staff shall inform the licensee of the nature and purpose for the investigation and, if requested, provide licensee with a copy of any written complaint provided that:

1) Any identifying information of any patient shall be removed, and

2) the complainant shall remain anonymous;

3) Disclosure of the complaint may not impair, impede, or compromise the efficacy or integrity of the investigation of the complaint.

Notes

30 Miss. Code. R. 2825-1.3

Miss. Code Ann. § 73-15-17 (1972, as amended).

Adopted 9/22/2019 Amended 7/11/2024 Amended 3/17/2025