Florida § 482.121 - Misuse of certificate.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 482.121 — Misuse of certificate., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 482.121. Misuse of certificate.
(1) A certified operator may not allow her or his certificate to be used by a licensee to secure or keep a license unless: (a) She or he is in charge of the pest control activities of the licensee in the category or categories covered by her or his certificate; (b) She or he is a full-time employee of the licensee; and (c) Her or his primary occupation is with the licensee. (2) A licensee may not use the certificate of any certified operator to secure or keep a license unless the holder of the certificate is in charge of the pest control activities in the category or categories of the licensee covered by the certificate. (3) If a certificate is used in violation of this section, the department may revoke the license of the pest control business or the certified operator’s certificate, or both such license and certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 482.121
What does Florida Statutes § 482.121 cover?
Section 482.121 ("Misuse of certificate.") 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.
How do I cite Florida § 482.121?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 482.121 apply to my situation?
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