1. (1) A physician accused of an offense under Section 76-7-326 may seek a hearing before the Medical Licensing Board created in Section 58-67-201 on whether the physician's conduct was necessary to save the life of the mother whose life was endangered by a physical disorder, physical illness, or physical injury, including a life endangering physical condition caused by or arising from the pregnancy itself.
2. (2) The findings on that issue are admissible on that issue at the trial of the physician. Upon a motion from the physician, the court shall delay the beginning of the trial for not more than 30 days to permit such a hearing to take place.

Amended by Chapter 507, 2024 General Session