Any person given standing by subdivision 34-12D-24(1) or (2) or the person who would have committed suicide, in the case of an attempt, may maintain a cause of action against any person who violates or attempts to violate § 22-16-37 for compensatory damages and punitive damages. An action under this section may be brought whether or not the plaintiff had prior knowledge of the violation or attempt.
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