Revocation of license of assisted living facility -- Appointment of receiver

(1) (a) If the license of an assisted living facility is revoked for violation of this part, the county attorney may bring a petition in a court with jurisdiction under Title 78A, Judiciary and Judicial Administration, for the appointment of a receiver. (b) Notwithstanding Title 78B, Chapter 3a, Venue for Civil Actions, the person shall bring the petition in the county in which the facility is located if the person brings the petition in the district court. (2) The court shall issue an order to show cause why a receiver should not be appointed returnable within five days after the filing of the petition. (3) (a) If the court finds that the facts warrant the granting of the petition, the court shall appoint a receiver to take charge of the facility. (b) The court may determine fair compensation for the receiver. (4) A receiver appointed pursuant to this section shall have the powers and duties prescribed by the court.