West Virginia § 21-17-2 - 21-17-2. Definitions.
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§ 21-17-2. 21-17-2. Definitions.
The words defined in this section have the meanings given them for purposes of this article unless the context clearly requires otherwise.
“Board” means a government agency, board, department, or other government entity that regulates a lawful occupation and issues an occupational license or other authorization to practice to an individual.
“Lawful occupation” means a course of conduct, pursuit, or profession that includes the sale of goods or services that are not themselves illegal to sell irrespective of whether the individual selling them is subject to an occupational license.
“Occupational license” is a nontransferable authorization in law for an individual to perform or practice a lawful occupation based on meeting personal qualifications established by the Legislature. In an occupation for which a license is required, it is illegal for an individual who does not possess a valid occupational license to perform or practice the occupation.
“Other authorization to practice” is a nontransferable acknowledgment, other than a license, by a state government or board that is provided to an individual asserting that the individual has met the educational and examination requirements to engage in a lawful occupation.
“Other state” or “another state” means any United States territory or state in the United States other than West Virginia.
“Scope of practice” means the procedures, actions, processes, and work that a person may perform under an occupational license or other authorization to practice issued in this state.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 21-17-2
What does West Virginia Code § 21-17-2 cover?
Section 21-17-2 ("21-17-2. Definitions.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West 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.
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