Florida § 476.188 - Barber services to be performed in registered barbershop; exception.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 476.188 — Barber services to be performed in registered barbershop; exception., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 476.188. Barber services to be performed in registered barbershop; exception.
(1) Barber services shall be performed only by licensed barbers in registered barbershops, except as otherwise provided in this section. (2) Pursuant to rules established by the board, barber services may be performed by a licensed barber in a location other than a registered barbershop, including, but not limited to, a nursing home, hospital, or residence, when a client for reasons of ill health is unable to go to a registered barbershop. Arrangements for the performance of barber services in a location other than a registered barbershop shall be made only through a registered barbershop. However, a barber may shampoo, cut, or arrange hair in a location other than a registered barbershop without such arrangements. (3) Any person who holds a valid barber’s license in any state or who is authorized to practice barbering in any country, territory, or jurisdiction of the United States may perform barber services in a location other than a registered barbershop when such services are performed in connection with the motion picture, fashion photography, theatrical, or television industry; a manufacturer trade show demonstration; or an educational seminar.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 476.188
What does Florida Statutes § 476.188 cover?
Section 476.188 ("Barber services to be performed in registered barbershop; exception.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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