Iowa § 523D.12 Investigations

Iowa Statutes

§ 523D.12 — Investigations

Iowa § 523D.12

Title XIIICOMMERCE

Ch. 523DRETIREMENT FACILITIES

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Iowa Code § 523D.12 (2026).

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The commissioner may, for the purpose of discovering or investigating violations of this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to this chapter do any or all of the following:

1.Investigate the business and examine the books, accounts, records, and files used by a provider. With the exception of an examination involving new construction, an examination involving a complaint by a resident or a prospective resident or where good cause exists for the lack of prior notice, as determined by the commissioner, the division of insurance shall provide at least seven days’ prior notice to the facility before conducting an on-site examination.

2.Administer oaths and affirmations, subpoena witnesses, receive evidence, and require the production of documents and records in connection with an investigation

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The commissioner may, for the purpose of discovering or investigating violations of this
chapter or rules adopted pursuant to this chapter do any or all of the following:
1. Investigate the business and examine the books, accounts, records, and files used by a
provider. With the exception of an examination involving new construction, an examination
involving a complaint by a resident or a prospective resident or where good cause exists
for the lack of prior notice, as determined by the commissioner, the division of insurance
shall provide at least seven days’ prior notice to the facility before conducting an on-site
examination.
2. Administer oaths and affirmations, subpoena witnesses, receive evidence, and require
the production of documents and records in connection with an investigation or proceeding
being conducted pursuant to this chapter.
3. Apply to the district court for issuance of an order requiring a person’s appearance
before the commissioner. The person may also be required to produce documentary evidence
germane to the subject of the investigation. Failure to obey a court order under this section
constitutes contempt of court.