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This bill provides legal immunity to healthcare providers who perform forensic medical examinations in good faith, specifically for victims of sexual assault or domestic violence by strangulation. Under this legislation, a healthcare provider who conducts a forensic medical examination cannot be held civilly liable for damages arising from any act or omission during the examination or subsequent medical treatment, unless the provider demonstrates gross negligence. The bill defines key terms by referencing existing Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), including "forensic medical examination" as defined in NRS 217.300, "provider of health care" as defined in NRS 629.031, and "strangulation forensic medical examination" as defined in NRS 217.405. This legislation aims to protect healthcare professionals who are performing critical medical examinations for victims, ensuring they can provide care without fear of unwarranted legal repercussions, while still maintaining a standard of professional care by excluding protection for cases of gross negligence.

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https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/83rd2025/Bill/11962/Overview