Section 12March 26, 1992, Sec./Art. 12

Safeguards in Disciplinary Procedures. - In every disciplinary proceeding, the public health worker shall have:

a) the right to be informed, in writing, of the charges;

b) the right to full access to the evidence in the case;

c) the right to defend himself/herself and to be defended by a representative of his/her choice and/or by his/her organization, adequate time being given to the public health worker for the preparation of his/her defense;

d) the right to confront witnesses presented against him/her and summon witnesses in his/her behalf;

e) the right to appeal to designated authorities;

f) the right to reimbursement of reasonable expenses incurred in his/her defense in case of exoneration or dismissal of the charges; and

g) such other rights as will ensure fairness and impartiality during proceedings.