Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 688 § 688.020 — (1) or (3), or on its own initiative begins an investigation, the board

(1) or (3), or on its own initiative begins an investigation, the board shall investigate to the extent necessary to determine whether the person is engaged in the alleged conduct and shall inform the person of the investigation and reason for the investigation. The board may refer the matter to the Attorney General or to the appropriate district attorney. (7) Sexual contact that occurs between a physical therapist and patient or physical therapist assistant and patient after the termination of the physical therapist-patient or physical therapist assistant-patient relationship may constitute sexual misconduct as described in subsection (2) of this section if the sexual contact is a result of the exploitation of trust or knowledge or the influence of emotions derived from the physical therapist-patient or physical therapist assistant-patient relationship.