Florida § 483.916 - Prohibitions; penalties.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 483.916 — Prohibitions; penalties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 483.916. Prohibitions; penalties.
(1) A person may not: (a) Make a false or fraudulent statement in any application, affidavit, or statement presented to the department. (b) Practice genetic counseling or hold himself or herself out as a genetic counselor or as being able to practice genetic counseling or to render genetic counseling services without a license issued under this part unless exempt from licensure under this part. (c) Use the title “genetic counselor” or any other title, designation, words, letters, abbreviations, or device tending to indicate that the person is authorized to practice genetic counseling unless that person holds a current license as a genetic counselor issued under this part or is exempt from licensure under this part. (2) A person who violates this section commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 483.916
What does Florida Statutes § 483.916 cover?
Section 483.916 ("Prohibitions; penalties.") 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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