Virginia § 54.1-3806 - Licensed veterinary technicians
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 54.1-3806 — Licensed veterinary technicians, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 54.1-3806. Licensed veterinary technicians
The Board may license a veterinary technician to perform acts relating to the treatment or the maintenance of the health of any animal under the immediate and direct supervision of a person licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the Commonwealth or a veterinarian who is employed by the United States or the Commonwealth while actually engaged in the performance of his official duties. No person licensed as a veterinary technician may perform surgery, diagnose, or prescribe medication for any animal.
1978, c. 539, § 54-786.3; 1988, c. 765; 2016, c. 100.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 54.1-3806
What does Code of Virginia § 54.1-3806 cover?
Section 54.1-3806 ("Licensed veterinary technicians") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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 Virginia § 54.1-3806?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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