Alaska § 08.71.170 - Prohibited conduct.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 08.71.170 — Prohibited conduct., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 08.71.170. Prohibited conduct.
The department may revoke or suspend the license of a dispensing optician, or the licensee may be reprimanded or otherwise disciplined, when the department finds after a hearing that the licensee (1) secured a license through deceit, fraud, or intentional misrepresentation;
(2) engaged in deceit, fraud, or intentional misrepresentation in the course of providing professional services or engaging in professional activities;
(3) advertised professional services in a false or misleading manner;
(4) has been convicted of a crime that affects the licensee's ability to continue to practice competently and safely;
(5) intentionally or negligently engaged in or permitted the performance of patient care by persons under the licensee's supervision that does not conform to minimum professional standards regardless of whether actual injury to the patient occurred;
(6) continued to practice after becoming unfit due to (A) professional incompetence;
(B) addiction to or severe dependency on alcohol or other drugs that impairs the licensee's ability to practice safely;
(C) physical or mental disability;
(7) engaged in lewd or immoral conduct in connection with the delivery of professional service to patients;
(8) participated in the division, assignment, rebate, or refund of fees to a physician or optometrist in consideration of patient referrals;
(9) advertised the services of any other segment of the healing arts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 08.71.170
What does Alaska Statutes § 08.71.170 cover?
Section 08.71.170 ("Prohibited conduct.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 08.71.170?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 08.71.170" (Alaska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alaska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alaska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alaska attorney.
How does Alaska § 08.71.170 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alaska can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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