SDCL § 34-12-19: Grounds for suspension or revocation of license.

The State Department of Health may suspend or revoke a license issued under this chapter on any of the following grounds:

(1) Violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or the rules issued pursuant thereto;

(2) Permitting, aiding, or abetting the commission of any unlawful act in such institution;

(3) Conduct of practices detrimental to the welfare of the patient; and

(4) Failure to allow department inspections, including inspections authorized under § 34-12-16, complaint inspections and necessary follow-up inspections.