New Jersey § 45:12-9
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 45:12-9, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45:12-9.
Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, an optometrist shall not
be prohibited from practicing optometry at a rented location in a retail or commercial
store or office or ophthalmic dispenser's office, provided the optometrist is identified
as an independent doctor of optometry; and, provided further, that the landlord or
any officer, employee or agent of the landlord or any other person who does not possess
a valid certificate of registration as an optometrist or physician in this State shall
not directly or indirectly control, influence, interfere with or supervise the professional
judgment of the optometrist in the practice of optometry, including but not limited
to, the level or type of care or services rendered or the professional fees charged
therefor, except as otherwise provided by P.L.1969, c. 232 ( C.14A:17-1 et seq. ).
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 45:12-9
What does New Jersey Statutes § 45:12-9 cover?
Section 45:12-9 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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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