TITLE 37. PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS

CHAPTER 2. GENERAL PROVISIONS RELATING TO HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONERS

Part 3. Miscellaneous Provisions

Gunshot Or Stab Wounds To Be Reported

37-2-302. Gunshot or stab wounds to be reported. The physician, nurse, or other person licensed to practice a health care profession treating the victim of a gunshot wound or stabbing shall make a report to a law enforcement officer by the fastest possible means. Within 24 hours after initial treatment or first observation of the wound, a written report shall be submitted, including the name and address of the victim, if known, and shall be sent by regular mail.

History: En. 66-1050 by Sec. 1, Ch. 303, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-1050.