Section 3709.241 | Minor may give consent for diagnosis or treatment of venereal disease.
Effective:
March 20, 2025
Latest Legislation:
Senate Bill 196 - 135th General Assembly
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a minor may give consent for the diagnosis or treatment of any sexually transmitted infection by a licensed physician, certified nurse-midwife, clinical nurse specialist, or certified nurse practitioner. Such consent is not subject to disaffirmance because of minority. The consent of the parent, parents, or guardian of a minor is not required for such diagnosis or treatment. The parent, parents, or guardian of a minor giving consent under this section are not liable for payment for any diagnostic or treatment service provided under this section without their consent.
Last updated February 18, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Available Versions of this Section
- July 13, 1971 – Senate Bill 56 - 109th General Assembly [ View July 13, 1971 Version ]
- March 20, 2025 – Amended by Senate Bill 196 - 135th General Assembly [ View March 20, 2025 Version ]