Statistics Act, 1999
R 385
Pharmacy Act, 1974 (Act No. 53 of 1974)Chapter V : Disciplinary Powers of the Council39. Inquiry by the council into charges of misconduct |
| (1) | The council shall have power to inquire into any matter which is brought to the attention of the council or any complaint, charge or allegation of improper or disgraceful conduct against any person registered in terms of this Act and, on finding such person guilty of such conduct, to impose any of the penalties prescribe in section 45 (1). |
| (2) | If the council is in doubt as to whether any inquiry should be held, it may, in connection with the complaint, charge or allegation in question, consult with or seek information from any person, including the person against whom the complaint, charge or allegation has been lodged. |
| (3) | In the case of a complaint, charge or allegation which forms or is likely to form the subject of a criminal case in a court of law the council may postpone the holding of an inquiry until such case has been concluded. |
| (4) | The council may appoint a person with adequate experience in the administration of justice to be present as an assessor at any inquiry held by the council under this Chapter and to advise it on matters of law, procedure or evidence. |
