New Jersey § 45:6-12
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 45:6-12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45:6-12.
No corporation shall practice or continue to practice, offer or undertake to practice,
or hold itself out as practicing dentistry. No person shall practice or continue to practice dentistry as an officer, agent
or employee of any corporation, or under the name of any corporation. No person shall practice or continue to practice dentistry under any firm name or
trade name or under any name other than his true name, but nothing herein contained
shall prohibit the practice of dentistry by a partnership under a firm name containing
nothing but the surname of every member of the partnership, and that nothing herein
contained shall prohibit a licensed dentist from practicing under his own name or
under a firm name containing only the surnames of each member of such firm. Every person or corporation, violating any of the foregoing provisions of this section
shall be subject to a penalty of three hundred dollars for the first offense and six
hundred dollars for the second and each subsequent offense. Every person practicing dentistry under a firm name as herein authorized and every
person practicing dentistry or as an employee of another shall cause his name to be
conspicuously displayed and kept in a conspicuous place at the entrance of the place
where such practice shall be conducted, and any person who shall neglect to cause
his name to be displayed as herein required, shall be liable to a penalty of one hundred
dollars.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 45:6-12
What does New Jersey Statutes § 45:6-12 cover?
Section 45:6-12 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.
How do I cite New Jersey § 45:6-12?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 45:6-12" (New Jersey). 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 New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 45:6-12 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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