2009 Iowa Code
Title 13 - Commerce
Subtitle 1 - Insurance and Related Regulation
CHAPTER 523D - RETIREMENT FACILITIES
523D.12 - INVESTIGATIONS.

        523D.12  INVESTIGATIONS.
         The commissioner may, for the purpose of discovering or
      investigating violations of this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to
      this chapter do any or all of the following:
         1.  Investigate the business and examine the books, accounts,
      records, and files used by a provider.  With the exception of an
      examination involving new construction, an examination involving a
      complaint by a resident or a prospective resident or where good cause
      exists for the lack of prior notice, as determined by the
      commissioner, the division of insurance shall provide at least seven
      days' prior notice to the facility before conducting an on-site
      examination.
         2.  Administer oaths and affirmations, subpoena witnesses, receive
      evidence, and require the production of documents and records in
      connection with an investigation or proceeding being conducted
      pursuant to this chapter.
         3.  Apply to the district court for issuance of an order requiring
      a person's appearance before the commissioner.  The person may also
      be required to produce documentary evidence germane to the subject of
      the investigation.  Failure to obey a court order under this section
      constitutes contempt of court.  

         91 Acts, ch 205, §16; 2004 Acts, ch 1104, §47--49