Maine § 3656. - Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action; informal conference
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3656. — Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action; informal conference, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3656.. Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action; informal conference
In addition to the grounds enumerated in Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5‑A, paragraph A, the board may deny a license, refuse to renew a license or impose the disciplinary sanctions authorized by Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5‑A for: [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. P, §14 (NEW).]
1. Misuse of alcohol, drugs or other substances. Misuse of alcohol, drugs or other substances that has resulted or may result in the applicant or licensee performing services in a manner that endangers the health or safety of the licensee's patients;
2. Mental or physical condition. A professional diagnosis of a mental or physical condition that has resulted or may result in the applicant or licensee performing services in a manner that endangers the health or safety of the podiatrist's patients;
3. False advertising. Engaging in false, misleading or deceptive advertising;
4. Unlawful prescription of controlled substance. Prescribing narcotic or hypnotic or other drugs listed as controlled substances by the federal Drug Enforcement Administration for other than accepted therapeutic purposes; or
5. Controlled Substances Prescription Monitoring Program. Failure to comply with the requirements of Title 22, section 7253.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3656.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3656. cover?
Section 3656. ("Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action; informal conference") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 3656.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 3656. apply to my situation?
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