§ 17-107-105 — Criminal penalty

(a) (1) It is a Class C misdemeanor for any individual to: (A) Practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics in this state unless he or she is licensed under this chapter; (B) Hold himself or herself out as being able to practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics in this state; (C) Dispense an orthosis, a prosthesis, or a pedorthic device unless he or she is licensed under this chapter; (D) Represent himself or herself to the public by title or description of services that includes any of the following terms unless he or she is licensed under this chapter: (i) "Orthotic", "orthotist", "brace", or a similar title or description of services; (ii) "Pedorthic", "pedorthist", or a similar title or description of services; or (iii) "Prosthetic", "prosthetist", "artificial limb", or a similar title or description of services; (E) Practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics during the time his or her license is suspended; or (F) Otherwise violate any provisions of this chapter or rules promulgated under this chapter. (2) Each day an offense under this section continues is a separate offense. (b) The Arkansas Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Advisory Board and the Department of Health shall assist the prosecuting attorney in the enforcement of this chapter.

Legislative History

Acts 2007, No. 174, § 1.