Maryland § 4-312
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-312, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-312.
(a) Subject to the provisions of this section, the Board may issue a temporary license to practice dental hygiene to an applicant who:
(1) Is licensed to practice dental hygiene in any other state or any province of Canada;
(2) Meets any other qualifications that the Board establishes;
(3) Submits to the Board an application on the form that the Board requires;
(4) Has graduated from a dental hygiene program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation; and
(5) Pays to the Board an application fee set by the Board.
(b) While it is effective, a temporary license to practice dental hygiene authorizes the holder to practice dental hygiene subject to the same restrictions imposed on a holder of a general license to practice dental hygiene.
(c) A temporary license to practice dental hygiene expires when licenses are issued to those who pass the first examination for a general license to practice dental hygiene given over 30 days after the effective date of the temporary license.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-312
What does Maryland Code § 4-312 cover?
Section 4-312 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 4-312?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 4-312" (Maryland). 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 Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 4-312 apply to my situation?
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