Civil Actions

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  1. Failure to obtain consent pursuant to the requirements of this part is prima facie evidence of failure to obtain informed consent and of interference with family relations in appropriate civil actions. The law of this state shall not be construed to preclude the award of exemplary damages in any appropriate civil action relevant to violations of this part. Nothing in this part shall be construed to limit the common law rights of parents.
  2. In addition to the action provided for in subsection (a), a person or entity that fails to comply with the notice requirements of § 39-15-202(a)(2) [See Compiler's Notes] shall be subject to the penalties and action provided for in § 39-15-202(a)(3) [See Compiler's Notes].


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