Idaho Code § 54-3502A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 35 / Section 54-3502A
54-3502A DIETETIC PRACTICE.
Status: in_force

54-3502A. dietetic practice. (1) Dietetic practice focuses on food and nutrition and related services developed and provided by dietitians to protect the public, enhance the health and well-being of patients/clients, and deliver quality products, programs and services, and medical nutrition therapy. Dietitians practice across varied settings, including health care, business and industry, communities and public health systems, schools, colleges, the military, government, research, food service management, teaching, consulting, media, writing, public speaking and informatics and private practice.

(2) Clinical nutrition and dietetics practice is the utilization of skills, knowledge and applied judgment of the dietitian whose practice involves nutrition care, medical nutrition therapy and related services provided to individuals and groups of all ages to address health promotion and prevention, delay or management of diseases and conditions.

(3) Clinical privileges. Authorization for clinical privileges is granted by the appropriate authority or a health care organization to a dietitian to provide specific care, treatment or services in the organization within well-defined limits based on licensure, education, training, experience, judgment and demonstrated and documented competence or certification.

(4) A licensed dietitian, in accordance with established protocols consistent with facility policy or procedure, may:

(a) Order patient diets, including therapeutic diets;

(b) Implement medical nutrition therapy;

(c) Order medical laboratory tests related to nutritional therapeutic treatments;

(d) Initiate, implement and adjust pharmacotherapy plans; and

(e) Perform nutrition-focused physical assessments to evaluate for nutritional risk.

(5) A board-certified specialist is a registered dietitian or registered dietitian nutritionist credentialed by the CDR or other certifying entity who has met empirically established criteria, who has successfully completed a specialty certification examination that simulates and tests practice-related knowledge, skills or abilities, and who:

(a) Conforms to the scope of practice and standards of practice as defined by the specialty certification entity;

(b) Carries out functions beyond the basic educational preparation for the registered dietitian or registered dietitian nutritionist; and

(c) Maintains specialty certification by meeting the requirements specified by the certifying entity.

History:

[54-3502A, added 2017, ch. 294, sec. 2, p. 777.]
Idaho Code § 54-3416 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 34 / Section 54-3416
54-3416 SINCERELY HELD PRINCIPLES.
Status: in_force

54-3416. sincerely held principles. (1) No person engaged in the practice of professional counseling or marriage and family therapy in the state of Idaho shall be required to provide counseling to or facilitate the counseling of a client in support of goals, outcomes, or behaviors that conflict with the sincerely held religious, moral, or ethical principles of the counselor or therapist.

(2) The declination to provide or facilitate counseling or therapy as described in subsection (1) of this section shall not be the basis for:

(a) A civil cause of action;

(b) Criminal prosecution; or

(c) Disciplinary action pursuant to section 54-3407, Idaho Code.

(3) The right to decline to provide or facilitate counseling or therapy as described in subsection (1) of this section is limited to conscience-based objections to particular goals, outcomes, or behaviors that may be the objectives of particular types of counseling or therapy. This section may not be construed to waive or modify any duty a counselor or therapist may have to provide or facilitate other types of counseling or therapy that support goals, outcomes, or behaviors that do not violate the counselor's or therapist's conscience.

(4) Actions that are lawful under this section but that may be considered to violate any counseling association code of ethics shall not be grounds for the board to discipline a professional counselor or marriage and family therapist pursuant to section 54-3407, Idaho Code.

(5) A civil action may be brought by a counselor or therapist for a violation of any provision of this section. A counselor or therapist shall be entitled, upon the finding of a violation, to declaratory or injunctive relief, and to recover the costs of the action and reasonable attorney's fees.

History:

[54-3416, added 2024, ch. 152, sec. 1, p. 599.]
Idaho Code § 54-1849 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1849
54-1849 RENEWAL AND CONTINUED PARTICIPATION.
Status: in_force

54-1849. renewal and continued participation. (1) A physician seeking to renew an expedited license granted in a member state shall complete a renewal process with the interstate commission if the physician:

(a) Maintains a full and unrestricted license in a state of principal license;

(b) Has not been convicted or received adjudication, deferred adjudication, community supervision or deferred disposition for any offense by a court of appropriate jurisdiction;

(c) Has not had a license authorizing the practice of medicine subject to discipline by a licensing agency in any state, federal or foreign jurisdiction, excluding any action related to nonpayment of fees related to a license; and

(d) Has not had a controlled substance license or permit suspended or revoked by a state or the United States drug enforcement administration.

(2) Physicians shall comply with all continuing professional development or continuing medical education requirements for renewal of a license issued by a member state.

(3) The interstate commission shall collect any renewal fees charged for the renewal of a license and distribute the fees to the applicable member board.

(4) Upon receipt of any renewal fees collected pursuant to subsection (3) of this section, a member board shall renew the physician's license.

(5) Physician information collected by the interstate commission during the renewal process will be distributed to all member boards.

(6) The interstate commission is authorized to develop rules to address renewal of licenses obtained through the compact.

History:

[54-1849, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 251.]
Idaho Code § 54-1228 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1228
54-1228 ADMINISTERING AND CERTIFICATION OF OATHS — AUTHORITY OF PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS.
Status: in_force

54-1228. Administering and certification of oaths — Authority of professional land surveyors. Every professional land surveyor is authorized to administer and certify oaths, when it becomes necessary to take testimony to identify or establish old or obliterated corners, or to perpetuate a corner that is in a perishable condition, or whenever the importance of the land survey makes it desirable. A record of such oaths shall be kept as part of the field notes of the land survey.

History:

[(54-1228) 1903, p. 81, sec. 6; am. R.C., sec. 1409; reen. C.L., sec. 1409; C.S., sec. 2241; am. 1921, ch. 158, sec. 2, p. 351; I.C.A., sec. 53-2307; am. 1957, ch. 234, sec. 18, p. 547; am. 1978, ch. 170, sec. 21, p. 388; am. 1986, ch. 140, sec. 23, p. 395; am. 2008, ch. 378, sec. 23, p. 1044; am. 2013, ch. 339, sec. 4, p. 889.]
Idaho Code § 54-1734 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1734
54-1734 PHARMACIST PRESCRIBING — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-1734. PHARMACIST PRESCRIBING — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. (1) A pharmacist may independently prescribe if such pharmacist:

(a) Only prescribes drugs for conditions for which the pharmacist is educationally prepared and for which competence has been achieved and maintained;

(b) Only issues a prescription for a legitimate medical purpose arising from a patient-prescriber relationship;

(c) Obtains adequate information about the patient's health status to make appropriate decisions based on the applicable standard of care and the best available evidence;

(d) Recognizes the limits of the pharmacist's own knowledge and experience and consults with and refers to other health care professionals as appropriate; and

(e) Maintains documentation adequate to justify the care provided, including but not limited to the information collected as part of the patient assessment, diagnosis, prescription record, provider notification, and follow-up care plan.

(2) The general requirements provided for in this section do not apply to the prescribing of devices and nonprescription drugs, prescribing under a collaborative pharmacy practice agreement, direct administration of a medication, or prescribing emergency drugs authorized under this chapter.

History:

[54-1734, added 2025, ch. 93, sec. 36, p. 435.]
Idaho Code § 54-5212 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 52 / Section 54-5212
54-5212 DISPOSITION OF RECEIPTS — EXPENSES.
Status: in_force

54-5212. Disposition of receipts — Expenses. All fees received under the provisions of this chapter shall be paid to the division of occupational and professional licenses and deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund and all costs and expenses incurred under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from said fund.

History:

[54-5212, added 2005, ch. 153, sec. 1, p. 477; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 65, p. 325.]
Idaho Code § 54-2050 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2050
54-2050 BROKERAGE REPRESENTATION AGREEMENTS — REQUIRED ELEMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-2050. Brokerage representation agreements — Required elements. All real estate brokerage representation agreements, whether with a buyer or seller, must be in writing in the manner required by section 54-2085, Idaho Code, and must contain the following contract provisions:

(1) Seller representation agreements. Each seller representation agreement, whether exclusive or nonexclusive, must contain the following provisions:

(a) Conspicuous and definite beginning and expiration dates;

(b) A description of the property to be bought or sold that sufficiently identifies the property so as to evidence an understanding of the parties as to the location of the real property. Nothing in this section shall be construed to require a legal description nor a metes and bounds description of the property. Provided further, a representation agreement shall not be held invalid for lack of a legal description or a metes and bounds description;

(c) Price and terms;

(d) All fees or commissions; and

(e) The signature of the owner of the real estate or the owner's legal, appointed and duly qualified representative and the date of such signature.

(2) Buyer representation agreements. Each buyer representation agreement, whether exclusive or nonexclusive, must contain the following provisions:

(a) Conspicuous and definite beginning and expiration dates;

(b) All financial obligations of the buyer or prospective buyer, if any, including, but not limited to, fees or commissions;

(c) The manner in which any fee or commission will be paid to the broker; and

(d) Appropriate signatures and their dates.

(3) Prohibited provisions and exceptions — Automatic renewal clauses. No buyer or seller representation agreement shall contain a provision requiring the party signing the agreement to notify the broker of the party's intention to cancel the agreement after the definite expiration date, unless the representation agreement states that it is completely nonexclusive and it contains no financial obligation, fee or commission due from the party signing the agreement.

(4) Copies required. A sales associate who obtains a signed brokerage representation agreement of any kind shall provide a true and legible copy of such representation agreement to the designated broker or broker's office prior to the end of the next business day.

(5) Copies required. A broker or salesperson who obtains a signed brokerage representation agreement of any kind shall, at the time of securing such agreement, give the person or persons signing such agreement a legible, signed, true and correct copy thereof. To the extent the parties have agreed in writing, copies that are electronically generated or transmitted, faxed or delivered in another method shall be deemed true and correct.

(6) Electronically generated agreements. To the extent the parties have agreed in writing, brokerage representation agreements with a buyer or seller that are electronically generated or transmitted, faxed or delivered in another method shall be deemed true and correct and enforceable as originals.

History:

[54-2050, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 939; am. 2001, ch. 123, sec. 19, p. 438; am. 2009, ch. 135, sec. 1, p. 416; am. 2020, ch. 88, sec. 1, p. 238.]
Idaho Code § 54-203 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 2 / Section 54-203
54-203 BOARD CREATED — MEMBERSHIP — APPOINTMENT — VACANCIES.
Status: in_force

54-203. Board created — Membership — Appointment — Vacancies. There is hereby created in the department of self-governing agencies a board of accountancy in and for the state of Idaho, to be known as the Idaho state board of accountancy. The board shall consist of seven (7) members, all of whom shall be residents of this state, appointed by the governor, five (5) of whom shall hold current certified public accountant licenses issued under the laws of this state, one (1) who shall be either a licensed public accountant or certified public accountant and one (1) public member not licensed under this chapter who has professional or practical experience in the use of accounting services and financial statements. Board members shall be appointed for terms of five (5) years to commence on the first day of September and shall serve at the pleasure of the governor. Board members shall continue in office with their terms expiring on August 31 of each member's final year. Whenever the term for a member of the board expires or becomes vacant for any cause, the governor may consider recommendations for appointment to the board from the Idaho society of certified public accountants, the Idaho association of public accountants and from any individual residing in this state. Vacancies occurring during the term shall be filled by appointment by the governor for the unexpired term. Upon expiration of the term of office, a member shall continue to serve until a successor shall have been appointed and shall have qualified.

History:

[54-203, added 1993, ch. 239, sec. 33, p. 844; am. 2002, ch. 92, sec. 3, p. 234; am. 2016, ch. 340, sec. 2, p. 932.]
Idaho Code § 54-1214 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1214
54-1214 EXAMINATIONS.
Status: in_force

54-1214. Examinations. (1) Examinations will be held at such times and places as the board directs. The board shall determine the acceptable grade on examinations.

(2) Written professional examinations may be taken only after the applicant has met the other minimum requirements as given in section 54-1212, Idaho Code. The following examinations shall be offered:

(a) Fundamentals of Engineering — The examination consists of a test on the fundamentals of engineering acceptable to the board. Passing this examination qualifies the examinee for an engineer intern certificate, provided he has met all other requirements of certification required by this chapter.

(b) Principles and Practice of Engineering — The professional engineering examination consists of a test on applied engineering acceptable to the board. Passing this examination qualifies the examinee for licensure as a professional engineer, provided he has met the other requirements for licensure required by this chapter.

(c) Fundamentals of Surveying — The examination consists of a test on the fundamentals of surveying acceptable to the board. Passing this examination qualifies the examinee for a land surveyor intern certificate, provided he has met all other requirements for certification required by this chapter.

(d) Principles and Practice of Surveying — The professional surveying examination consists of a test on applied surveying acceptable to the board. Passing this examination qualifies the examinee for licensure as a professional land surveyor, provided he has met the other requirements for licensure required by this chapter.

(3) A candidate failing all or part of a professional examination may request reexamination, which may be granted upon payment of a separate examination fee paid by the applicant directly to the entity designated by the board.

(4) The board may prepare and adopt specifications for the examinations in engineering and land surveying.

(5) The board may issue a restricted license to engineering faculty with an earned doctorate degree. The license shall be restricted to those licensees remaining employed by a college or university in this state and teaching upper division engineering courses. The board may waive technical examinations for such licenses in lieu of other requirements prescribed by rule. As used in this section, "restricted license" means a license to teach college or university upper division courses with an earned doctorate but without passing a technical examination.

History:

[54-1214, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 14, p. 516; am. 1957, ch. 234, sec. 9, p. 547; am. 1961, ch. 258, sec. 5, p. 422; am. 1970, ch. 95, sec. 2, p. 238; am. 1978, ch. 170, sec. 10, p. 380; am. 1984, ch. 254, sec. 2, p. 606; am. 1986, ch. 140, sec. 13, p. 386; am. 1990, ch. 192, sec. 5, p. 429; am. 1996, ch. 357, sec. 11, p. 1195; am. 1998, ch. 220, sec. 8, p. 760; am. 2000, ch. 289, sec. 9, p. 998; am. 2008, ch. 378, sec. 12, p. 1036; am. 2009, ch. 20, sec. 2, p. 46; am. 2010, ch. 111, sec. 3, p. 225; am. 2015, ch. 48, sec. 4, p. 105; am. 2016, ch. 142, sec. 1, p. 409; am. 2018, ch. 67, sec. 2, p. 161.]
Idaho Code § 54-1867 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1867
54-1867 LIMITED LICENSE FOR BRIDGE YEAR PHYSICIANS.
Status: in_force

54-1867. limited license for bridge year physicians. (1) As used in this section:

(a) "Board" means the state board of medicine.

(b) "Bridge year physician" means a person who:

(i) Is within the first year of graduation from a medical school accredited or provisionally accredited by an entity recognized by the board;

(ii) Is a United States citizen or attended medical school in the United States; and

(iii) Applied to, but was not accepted into, an accredited medical residency training program.

(2) The board shall establish a one (1) year, nonrenewable limited license under which bridge year physicians may practice medicine under terms, conditions, and a scope of practice determined by the board. If there is a limit to the number of limited licenses that may be issued, priority shall be granted to bridge year physicians who live in Idaho or who have longstanding ties to the state of Idaho, as determined by the board.

(3) Persons practicing under a limited license established pursuant to this section shall:

(a) Practice only within the scope of practice determined by the board;

(b) Practice under the supervision of a licensed physician or pursuant to a collaborative practice agreement. The person practicing under a limited license shall qualify as one (1) of a supervising physician's permitted advanced practice professionals. The board shall prescribe supervision requirements for limited licensees, provided that such requirements shall be no less stringent than supervision requirements for physician assistants;

(c) Have prescriptive authority as determined by the board; and

(d) Be subject to the same professional discipline, civil liability, and criminal liability as a fully licensed physician.

(4) The services provided by a person practicing under a limited license shall be compensable in accordance with customary medical billing practices.

(5) The board is authorized to:

(a) Take such actions as are necessary to implement the provisions of this section, including the promulgation of any necessary rules;

(b) Charge a fee of up to three hundred dollars ($300) for a limited license; and

(c) Cooperate with the department of health and welfare and other relevant entities, including hospitals and health care clinics, whether public or private, in establishing a limited license.

(6) No later than January 31, 2033, the board shall provide a report to the senate and house of representatives health and welfare committees on:

(a) Requirements for a limited license;

(b) The number of limited licenses issued and the number of limited license holders who were later accepted into a residency program; and

(c) Whether and how limited licenses have increased the supply of health care providers in health professional shortage areas.

History:

[54-1867, added 2023, ch. 101, sec. 1, p. 301.]
Idaho Code § 54-605 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 6 / Section 54-605
54-605 LICENSES — ISSUANCE — RENEWALS.
Status: in_force

54-605. LICENSES — ISSUANCE — renewals. (1) If an applicant passes a satisfactory examination and shows that he is a person who has not been convicted or found guilty in this state or in any other state of a crime that is deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code, and that he possesses the qualifications of a licensed podiatrist required by this chapter, he shall be entitled to a license authorizing him to practice podiatry within the state of Idaho. The successful applicant shall be issued a license by the division of occupational and professional licenses upon payment of the original license fee.

(2) In order to maintain and renew a license, licensees must submit proof of completion of thirty (30) hours of continuing education every two (2) years, reported with their renewal application. All continuing education courses shall be germane to the practice of podiatry. The renewal fee shall not exceed five hundred dollars ($500).

History:

[54-605, added 2026, ch. 217, sec. 2, p. 905.]
Idaho Code § 54-4702 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 47 / Section 54-4702
54-4702 DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-4702. Definitions. As used in this chapter:

(1) "Acupuncture" means that theory of health care developed from traditional and modern Oriental medical philosophies that employs diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the human body based upon stimulation of specific acupuncture points on meridians of the human body for the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health and for the prevention of disease. Therapies within the scope of acupuncture include manual, mechanical, thermal, electrical and electromagnetic treatment of such specific indicated points. Adjunctive therapies included in, but not exclusive to, acupuncture include herbal and nutritional treatments, therapeutic exercise and other therapies based on traditional and modern Oriental medical theory.

(2) "Board" means the Idaho state board of acupuncture.

(3) "NCCAOM" means "National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine."

(4) "Practice of acupuncture" means the insertion of acupuncture needles and use of similar devices and therapies, including application of moxibustion, to specific indicated points on the skin of the human body as indicated pursuant to traditional and modern theories of Oriental medicine. The "practice of acupuncture" does not include:

(a) Surgery; or

(b) Prescribing, dispensing or administering any prescription drug or legend drug as defined in section 54-1704, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-4702, added 1999, ch. 379, sec. 1, p. 1039; am. 2002, ch. 26, sec. 2, p. 33; am. 2006, ch. 290, sec. 4, p. 894; am. 2009, ch. 244, sec. 6, p. 754; am. 2011, ch. 135, sec. 6, p. 381; am. 2013, ch. 28, sec. 16, p. 67; am. 2013, ch. 270, sec. 6, p. 706; am. 2014, ch. 146, sec. 8, p. 401; am. 2015, ch. 28, sec. 14, p. 60; am. 2018, ch. 37, sec. 20, p. 96; am. 2021, ch. 54, sec. 40, p. 183; am. 2022, ch. 45, sec. 8, p. 132; am. 2022, ch. 178, sec. 4, p. 582; am. 2024, ch. 69, sec. 25, p. 358.]
Idaho Code § 54-1609 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 16 / Section 54-1609
54-1609 EXEMPTION — EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS — ADMINISTRATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS BY BOARD.
Status: in_force

54-1609. EXEMPTION — EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS — ADMINISTRATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS BY BOARD. (1) Nothing in this chapter or the rules established pursuant to this chapter shall be construed to require an applicant for a long-term care administrator license to demonstrate proficiency in medical techniques or to meet medical standards that are inconsistent with the care and treatment practices of any such institution.

(2) Nothing in this chapter or the rules established pursuant to this chapter shall be construed to require a person who is certified as belonging to a recognized church or religious denomination that relies solely on spiritual means for healing to meet medical standards that are inconsistent with the care and treatment practices of any such institution.

(3) If the board finds that the existing training and instructional programs within the state are insufficient for nursing home administrators to meet the established requirements, it shall initiate and conduct, or arrange for others to conduct, one (1) or more such programs. Such programs must be made accessible to appropriate state residents. The board may also approve programs conducted both within and outside the state to meet the educational and training requirements. For purposes of this subsection, the board is authorized to receive and disburse federal funds for these programs under the social security act.

History:

[54-1609, added 2025, ch. 98, sec. 3, p. 535.]
Idaho Code § 54-2626 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 26 / Section 54-2626
54-2626 NOTIFICATION FOR INSPECTION — FEE FOR REINSPECTION.
Status: in_force

54-2626. Notification for inspection — Fee for reinspection. It shall be the duty of the permit holder to notify the nearest representative of the division of occupational and professional licenses at least twelve (12) hours prior to the time of inspection, exclusive of Sundays and holidays, that he will be ready for inspection at a stipulated time. When reinspection is required after the final inspection because of failure to meet requirements of this act, it shall be made at a flat charge not to exceed the cost of reinspection.

History:

[(54-2626) 1957, ch. 214, sec. 31, p. 454; am. 1974, ch. 39, sec. 40, p. 1023; redesignated as sec. 54-2626, 1984, ch. 123, sec. 27, p. 292; am. 1996, ch. 421, sec. 62, p. 1442; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 59, p. 108.]
Idaho Code § 54-2107B — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 21 / Section 54-2107B
54-2107B LICENSURE BY WRITTEN EXAMINATION.
Status: in_force

54-2107B. LICENSURE BY WRITTEN EXAMINATION. (1) In addition to the requirements set out in section 54-2107, Idaho Code, any applicant who does not qualify for licensure by endorsement pursuant to section 54-2107A, Idaho Code, shall submit the following to the board:

(a) A certified copy of a diploma or transcript showing the applicant has a degree from an accredited or approved school of veterinary medicine or a letter from an accredited or approved school of veterinary medicine verifying satisfactory graduation by the applicant; or, if a graduate of a nonaccredited or nonapproved school, a letter from the educational commission for foreign veterinary graduates (ECFVG) certifying completion of the ECFVG program or a copy of the ECFVG certificate; or by completion of any educational equivalency program established for the purpose of evaluating an individual's educational knowledge and clinical skills as they relate to the practice of veterinary medicine; and as approved and outlined by the rules of the board; and

(b) Passing scores on the national examinations approved by the board.

(2) After November 1, 2000, applicants who have taken their national examinations prior to this date and have not taken and passed the clinical competency test (CCT) may, in lieu of a passing score on the CCT, provide the following documentation from the licensing board in the state in which they are currently actively practicing or from the veterinary information verifying agency of the American association of veterinary state boards:

(a) Verification of five (5) years of continuous, active practice in the same state or states where they have practiced for the past five (5) years immediately preceding application for licensure in Idaho, and provided that the requirements for licensure in the state or states are similar to those in Idaho; and

(b) Verification of no disciplinary action taken against the applicant's license to practice veterinary medicine during the five (5) year period immediately preceding application for a veterinary license in Idaho.

(3) The practice of an applicant licensed under subsection (2) of this section shall be limited to the same fields of veterinary medicine as such applicant has practiced in another state or states during the five (5) year period immediately preceding application for a veterinary license in Idaho.

(4) If applicable, the applicant shall submit written verification of any license or licenses from the licensing organization in any state or states where the applicant has held a license or as provided by the veterinary information verifying agency of the American association of veterinary state boards.

History:

[54-2107B, added 2021, ch. 40, sec. 7, p. 104.]
Idaho Code § 54-3205 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 32 / Section 54-3205
54-3205 DISPOSITION OF RECEIPTS — EXPENSES — REFUND.
Status: in_force

54-3205. Disposition of receipts — Expenses — Refund. All fees received under the provisions of this act shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred by the board under the provisions of this act shall be a charge against and paid from said fund for such purposes, and the funds collected hereunder shall be immediately available for the administration of this act, the provisions of any other law notwithstanding. In no instance will the occupational licenses fund be obligated to pay any claims that in aggregate with claims already paid exceed the income to the occupational licenses fund, which has been derived by the application of this act.

The money paid into the occupational licenses fund is continuously appropriated to the board for expenditure in the manner prescribed herein to defray the expenses of the board and in carrying out and enforcing the provisions of this act.

History:

[54-3205, added 1976, ch. 213, sec. 1, p. 778; am. 2021, ch. 224, sec. 61, p. 682.]
Idaho Code § 54-5807 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 58 / Section 54-5807
54-5807 POWERS OF THE BOARD.
Status: in_force

54-5807. powers of the board. The board shall have the power to:

(1) Receive applications for licensure, certification, and registration, determine the qualifications of applicants, provide licenses, certificates, and registrations to applicants qualified under the provisions of this chapter, and reinstate and deny licenses, certificates, and registrations;

(2) Establish fees by rule and collect fees as prescribed by this chapter;

(3) Maintain records necessary to carry out its duties under this chapter;

(4) Judge the qualifications and fitness of applicants for licenses, certificates and registrations;

(5) Examine for, deny, approve, issue, revoke and suspend licenses, certificates and registrations, or sanction or impose education, training or supervision on any licensee, certificant or registrant pursuant to this chapter and conduct investigations in connection with such actions;

(6) Establish requirements for reinstatement and renewal of licenses and registrations;

(7) Adopt and revise such rules as may be necessary to carry into effect the provisions of this chapter in compliance with chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code;

(8) Take such action as may be necessary to enforce the provisions of this chapter and to regulate the practice of occupations licensed, certificated and registered under this chapter;

(9) Approve relevant cosmetology education for barber and barber-styling licenses and approve relevant barber and barber-styling education for cosmetology licenses; provided that the total instructional hours required for a licensed cosmetologist to qualify for a barber or barber-styling license shall not exceed one hundred (100) hours, unless required by a national accrediting body; and

History:

[54-5807, added 2018, ch. 228, sec. 3, p. 525; am. 2020, ch. 182, sec. 5, p. 563; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 80, p. 335; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 28, p. 954.]
Idaho Code § 54-1219 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1219
54-1219 COMITY LICENSURE — FEE.
Status: in_force

54-1219. Comity licensure — Fee. The board, upon application therefor and the payment of a fee of not to exceed a maximum of one hundred fifty dollars ($150), may issue a license as a professional engineer or professional land surveyor to any person who holds a license issued to the applicant by the proper authority of any state, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or of a foreign country, provided that, in the opinion of the board, the applicant possesses the education, experience and examination credentials, or their equivalents, that were specified in the applicable licensing chapter in effect in this state at the time such license was issued, provided that a professional land surveyor applicant must successfully pass a land surveying examination as prepared and administered by the board, and provided such state, territory, possession or country will license, without examination and upon substantially the same condition, to applicants holding licenses issued by the board under this chapter. In the event the applicant has been licensed and has practiced as a professional engineer or professional land surveyor in another jurisdiction for a minimum of eight (8) years, has no outstanding disciplinary action, and is in good standing under a licensing system which, in the opinion of the board, maintains substantially equivalent professional standards as required under this chapter, the board may, in its discretion, waive the requirement for satisfaction of prescriptive credentials in education and examination. The board may postpone acting on an application for a license by comity if disciplinary or criminal action related to the applicant's practice has been taken or is pending in any other jurisdiction.

History:

[54-1219, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 19, p. 516; am. 1957, ch. 234, sec. 11, p. 547; am. 1961, ch. 258, sec. 8, p. 422; am. 1970, ch. 95, sec. 4, p. 238; am. 1978, ch. 170, sec. 15, p. 384; am. 1984, ch. 254, sec. 4, p. 608; am. 1986, ch. 140, sec. 17, p. 390; am. 1990, ch. 192, sec. 8, p. 431; am. 1996, ch. 357, sec. 15, p. 1199; am. 2003, ch. 15, sec. 3, p. 48; am. 2008, ch. 378, sec. 16, p. 1040; am. 2012, ch. 24, sec. 3, p. 81.]
Idaho Code § 54-1920 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 19 / Section 54-1920
54-1920 PENALTIES.
Status: in_force

54-1920. Penalties. (1) Any person, firm, copartnership, corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, association or other organization acting in the capacity of a public works contractor within the meaning of this chapter, without a license as herein provided or fails to comply with the provisions of subsection (1), (2) or (3) of section 67-2310, Idaho Code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000) or by imprisonment in the county jail for a term not to exceed one (1) year or by both such fine and imprisonment, at the discretion of the court. The same penalties shall apply, upon conviction to any member of a copartnership, or to any construction, managing or directing officer of any corporation, limited liability company or limited liability partnership, or other organization consenting to, participating in, or aiding or abetting any such violation of this chapter.

(2) Every public officer who knowingly lets a public contract to any person, firm, copartnership, corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, association or other organization who does not hold a license as required by the provisions of this chapter or knowingly fails to comply with the provisions of subsection (1) or (2) of section 67-2310, Idaho Code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction, punishable as provided in this section, unless, however, there be no qualified bidder willing to undertake the public works covered by the contract. No person engaged in the business or acting in the capacity of a contractor, may bring or maintain any action in any court of this state for the collection of compensation for the performance of any act or contract for which a license is required by this chapter without alleging and providing that he was a duly licensed contractor at all times during the performance of such act or contract.

History:

[54-1920, added 1941, ch. 115, sec. 21, p. 212; am. 1955, ch. 223, sec. 8, p. 480; am. 1969, ch. 18, sec. 5, p. 30; am. 1999, ch. 201, sec. 22, p. 544; am. 2000, ch. 318, sec. 2, p. 1074; am. 2002, ch. 127, sec. 2, p. 356; am. 2007, ch. 127, sec. 2, p. 383; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 91, p. 974.]
Idaho Code § 54-1810A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1810A
54-1810A PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-1810A. physician assistant licensure. Any person seeking to be licensed to practice medicine as a physician assistant in this state must successfully complete the following requirements before a license will be issued:

(1) Each applicant must submit a completed written application to the board on forms furnished by the board, which shall require proof of a college baccalaureate degree from a nationally accredited school and completion of a physician assistant training program acceptable to the board and accredited by the accreditation review commission on education for physician assistants;

(2) Each applicant must submit proof of current certification by the national commission on certification of physician assistants or a similar certifying agency approved by the board; and

(3) The application shall require a fingerprint-based criminal history check in accordance with section 67-9411A, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1810A, added 2019, ch. 26, sec. 13, p. 65; am. 2024, ch. 101, sec. 6, p. 451.]
Idaho Code § 54-3203 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 32 / Section 54-3203
54-3203 STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORK EXAMINERS — CREATED — APPOINTMENTS — TERMS.
Status: in_force

54-3203. State board of social work examiners — Created — Appointments — Terms. (1) A state board of social work examiners is hereby created and made a part of the division of occupational and professional licenses. It shall be the duty of the board to administer the provisions of this chapter pursuant to the provisions of chapters 26 and 52, title 67, Idaho Code. The board shall consist of six (6) members, three (3) of which shall be masters social workers, and two (2) of which shall be social workers, and one (1) of which shall be a lay member and all of whom shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the governor. All terms shall be for a period of five (5) years. Whenever a board member's term expires or a vacancy occurs, the governor may consider recommendations for appointment to the board for a new term or for an unexpired term from any Idaho organization and from any individual residing in this state.

(2) Each social work member of the board shall:

(a) Be a resident of this state;

(b) Be currently licensed and in good standing to engage in the practice of social work in this state;

(c) At the time of appointment, have been actively engaged in the practice of social work for at least one (1) out of the last five (5) years; and

(d) Have at least three (3) years of experience in the practice of social work.

(3) Each fiscal year, the chairmanship will rotate to the person who is in the fourth year of their five (5) year term. The chairman shall preside at all meetings of the board. If this person is unable to serve, an election by a majority vote of the board shall determine the person who will serve as chair for that fiscal year. In the event the chairman is not present at any board meeting, the board may by majority vote of the members present appoint a temporary chairman. A majority of the members of the board shall constitute a quorum.

(4) Each member of the board shall be compensated as provided by section 59-509(b), Idaho Code.

History:

[54-3203, added 1976, ch. 213, sec. 1, p. 777; am. 1980, ch. 247, sec. 76, p. 644; am. 2002, ch. 85, sec. 2, p. 190; am. 2004, ch. 110, sec. 1, p. 384; am. 2016, ch. 340, sec. 36, p. 956; am. 2021, ch. 222, sec. 28, p. 643.]
Idaho Code § 54-1014 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 10 / Section 54-1014
54-1014 FEES.
Status: in_force

54-1014. Fees. The administrator of the division of occupational and professional licenses shall charge the following fees:

(1) Application for license or registration

(2) Six-month licenses:

(a) Provisional journeyman electrician license

(b) Provisional journeyman electrician license renewal

(i) If a provisional journeyman electrician applies for a residential electrician or journeyman electrician license, the pro rata value of any time remaining on his provisional journeyman electrician license shall be credited toward the application fee for the residential electrician or journeyman electrician license.

(3) One-year licenses and registration, in accordance with sections 54-1008 and 54-1013, Idaho Code:

(a) Electrical contractor license

(b) Electrical contractor license renewal

(c) Electrical contractor license revival

(d) Limited electrical contractor license

(e) Limited electrical contractor license renewal

(f) Limited electrical contractor license revival

(g) Facility account license

(h) Apprentice electrician registration

(i) At the time the apprentice applies for a residential electrician or journeyman electrician license, the pro rata value of any remaining time on an apprentice electrician working license shall be credited toward the purchase of the residential electrician or journeyman electrician license.

(i) Apprentice electrician registration renewal

(j) Apprentice electrician registration revival

(4) Three-year licenses and registration, in accordance with sections 54-1008 and 54-1013, Idaho Code:

(a) Master and journeyman electrician license

(b) Master and journeyman electrician license renewal

(c) Master and journeyman electrician license revival

(d) Journeyman or residential electrician license

(e) Journeyman or residential electrician license renewal

(f) Journeyman or residential electrician license revival

(g) Limited electrical installer license

(h) Limited electrical installer license renewal

(i) Limited electrical installer license revival

(j) Limited electrical installer trainee registration

(i) At the time the limited electrical installer trainee applies for a limited electrical installer license, the pro rata value of any remaining time on a limited electrical installer trainee working license shall be credited toward the purchase of the limited electrical installer license.

(k) Limited electrical installer trainee registration renewal

(l) Limited electrical installer trainee registration revival

History:

[54-1014, added 1947, ch. 251, sec. 14, p. 681; am. 1961, ch. 311, sec. 15, p. 583; am. 1974, ch. 39, sec. 87, p. 1023; am. 1986, ch. 191, sec. 1, p. 487; am. 1996, ch. 421, sec. 47, p. 1434; am. 1999, ch. 99, sec. 6, p. 314; am. 1999, ch. 367, sec. 8, p. 973; am. 2002, ch. 53, sec. 4, p. 121; am. 2006, ch. 82, sec. 3, p. 244; am. 2009, ch. 112, sec. 4, p. 367; am. 2018, ch. 208, sec. 11, p. 466; am. 2018, ch. 209, sec. 12, p. 476; am. 2019, ch. 66, sec. 4, p. 160; am. 2019, ch. 292, sec. 8, p. 872; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 42, p. 98; am. 2023, ch. 244, sec. 13, p. 753; am. 2025, ch. 77, sec. 2, p. 354.]
Idaho Code § 54-3910 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 39 / Section 54-3910
54-3910 RENEWAL OF LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-3910. Renewal of licensure. (1) Any licensure issued under this chapter shall be subject to renewal and shall expire unless renewed in the manner prescribed by the rules of the board. The board, upon recommendation of the allied health advisory board, may reinstate a licensure canceled for failure to renew upon compliance with requirements of the board for renewal of licenses.

(a) A license shall be issued for a period of not less than twenty-four (24) months nor more than five (5) years, in conformance with administrative rules adopted by the board. Each license shall set forth its expiration date on the face of the certificate. The failure of any licensee to renew his or her license, as required herein and by the rules of the board, shall not deprive such person of the right to renewal, except as provided for in this chapter.

(b) Fees for renewal of licensure of athletic trainers shall be fixed by the board in its rules.

(c) All licensed athletic trainers must be in good standing with and provide documentation of current certification by the national athletic trainers' association board of certification or a nationally recognized credentialing agency, accepted by the board. All athletic trainers holding current Idaho registration/licensure who are not certified by the national athletic trainers' association board of certification or a nationally recognized credentialing agency, accepted by the board, are required to provide documentation of successful completion of eighty (80) hours of board approved continuing educational units during each three (3) year reporting period on forms provided by the board.

(d) All licensed athletic trainers shall immediately report to the board any name change or changes in business or home addresses.

(2) Reinstatement of licensure.

(a) Reinstatement of a license that has lapsed for a period of three (3) consecutive years shall require good standing with and documentation of current certification by the national athletic trainers' association board of certification or a nationally recognized credentialing agency, accepted by the board.

(b) Reinstatement of a license that has lapsed for a period of three (3) consecutive years shall require the payment of a renewal fee and reinstatement fee in accordance with the rules adopted by the board, provided however, that no reinstatement fee shall be greater than thirty-five dollars ($35.00).

(c) Reinstatement of a license that has lapsed for a period of more than three (3) consecutive years shall require reapplying for a license and payment of fees in accordance with the rules adopted by the board. The applicant shall successfully demonstrate to the board, upon recommendation of the allied health advisory board, competency in the practice of athletic training. The board, upon recommendation of the allied health advisory board, may also require the applicant to take an examination, remedial courses, or both, as shall be recommended by the allied health advisory board.

(3) Upon application and recommendation by the allied health advisory board, the board shall grant inactive status to a licensed athletic trainer who:

(a) Does not practice as an athletic trainer; and

(b) Is in good standing with and provides documentation of current certification by the national athletic trainers' association board of certification or a nationally recognized credentialing agency, accepted by the board.

History:

[(54-3910) 54-3911, added 1989, ch. 179, sec. 1, p. 444; am. & redesig. 2003, ch. 261, sec. 10, p. 691; am. 2024, ch. 61, sec. 17, p. 297; am. 2024, ch. 86, sec. 36, p. 412.]
Idaho Code § 54-2084 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2084
54-2084 BROKERAGE AGENCY RELATIONSHIPS — CREATION.
Status: in_force

54-2084. Brokerage agency relationships — Creation. (1) A buyer or seller is not represented by a brokerage in a regulated real estate transaction unless the buyer or seller and the brokerage agree, in a separate written document, to such representation. No type of agency representation may be assumed by a brokerage, buyer or seller or created orally or by implication.

(2) Types of brokerage relationships. The following types of brokerage relationships are recognized:

(a) Nonagency;

(b) Agency representation;

(c) Limited dual agency representation;

(d) Limited dual agency with assigned agents.

History:

[(54-2084) 54-2062, added 1996, ch. 250, sec. 1, p. 787; am. and redesignated 2000, ch. 285, sec. 6, p. 953; am. 2004, ch. 119, sec. 2, p. 397.]
Idaho Code § 54-2082 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2082
54-2082 SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-2082. Short title. Sections 54-2082 through 54-2097, Idaho Code, shall be known and may be cited as "The Idaho Real Estate Brokerage Representation Act."

History:

[(54-2082) 54-2060, added 1996, ch. 250, sec. 1, p. 786; am. and redesignated 2000, ch. 285, sec. 4, p. 952.]
Idaho Code § 54-2101 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 21 / Section 54-2101
54-2101 DECLARATION OF POLICY.
Status: in_force

54-2101. Declaration of policy. This chapter is enacted as an exercise of the power of the state to promote the public health, safety and welfare by safeguarding the people and animals of this state by establishing and enforcing professional standards in the licensure and regulation of veterinary health professionals. It is hereby declared that the right to practice veterinary medicine is a privilege conferred by legislative grant to persons possessed of the personal and professional qualifications specified in this chapter.

History:

[54-2101, added 1971, ch. 173, sec. 1, p. 812; am. 1983, ch. 139, sec. 1, p. 337; am. 2009, ch. 84, sec. 1, p. 235.]
Idaho Code § 54-3313 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 33 / Section 54-3313
54-3313 INJUNCTION PROCEDURE.
Status: in_force

54-3313. Injunction procedure. Whenever any person, corporation, partnership, or association of any kind or nature violates any of the provisions of this chapter, the board, without regard to criminal prosecution, may maintain an action in the name of the state of Idaho to enjoin said person, corporation, partnership, or association from any further violations, such action to be brought either in the county in which said acts are claimed to have been or are being committed, in the county where the defendant resides, or in Ada county. Upon the filing of a verified complaint in the district court, the court, if satisfied that the acts complained of have been or probably are being or may be committed, may issue an injunction pendente lite without bond, upon request of the board, enjoining the defendant from the commission of any such act or acts constituting said violations. A copy of said complaint shall be served on the defendant, and the proceedings shall thereafter be conducted as in any other similar civil action. If the commission of said act or acts is established, the court shall enter a decree perpetually enjoining said defendant from committing said act or acts. In case of violation of any injunction issued pursuant to the provisions of this section, the court, or the judge thereof at chambers, may summarily try and punish the offender for contempt of court.

History:

[54-3313, added 2026, ch. 298, sec. 9, p. 1230.]
Idaho Code § 54-4007 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 40 / Section 54-4007
54-4007 POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE BOARD.
Status: in_force

54-4007. POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE BOARD. (1) The board shall have the authority to:

(a) Determine the qualifications of persons applying for licensure pursuant to this chapter and to define, by rule, the appropriate scope of massage therapy in this state, provided however, that the scope of practice may not exceed that defined in section 54-4002(7), Idaho Code;

(b) Promulgate such rules as are necessary for the administration of this chapter, including standards of professional conduct;

(c) Collect fees and other funds as prescribed by this chapter;

(d) Contract and pursue other matters lawful in this state relating to massage therapy;

(e) Provide such other services and perform such other functions as are necessary and desirable to fulfill its purposes;

(f) Establish requirements for renewal of license and approval of continuing education courses as set forth in section 67-2614, Idaho Code;

(g) Establish rules for the approval of massage therapy entry-level educational standards but must remain consistent with curriculum requirements in this chapter, or rules promulgated pursuant thereto;

(h) Establish requirements for a student tuition credit program; and

(i) Establish requirements for a temporary license and provisional permit.

(2) The registration of massage schools shall remain with the state board of education in accordance with chapter 24, title 33, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-4007, added 2012, ch. 261, sec. 1, p. 726; am. 2016, ch. 174, sec. 2, p. 477; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 56, p. 319; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 22, p. 951.]
Idaho Code § 54-2701 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 27 / Section 54-2701
54-2701 DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-2701. DEFINITIONS. The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise.

(1) "Commercial account" means a relationship between a scrap metal business and a commercial enterprise that is ongoing and properly documented under this chapter.

(2) "Commercial enterprise" means a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, association, state agency, political subdivision of the state, public corporation, or any other legal or commercial entity.

(3) "Commercial metal property" means property sold by a commercial enterprise consisting of: access covers; street light poles and fixtures; road and bridge guardrails; highway or street signs; water meter covers; traffic directional and control signs; traffic light signals; any metal property marked with the name of a municipality, governmental entity or a commercial enterprise, including, but not limited to, a telephone, cable, electric, water, natural gas, or other utility, or railroad materials; copper or aluminum wiring with associated clamps and connectors; aluminum or stainless steel fence panels; aluminum decking, bleachers, or risers; historical markers; statue plaques; grave markers and funeral vases; agricultural irrigation equipment not limited to wheels, sprinkler heads, or pivots or pipes; or catalytic converters.

(4) "Nonferrous metal property" means metal property for which the value of the metal property is derived from the property's content of copper, brass, aluminum, bronze, lead, zinc, nickel, gold, silver, platinum, rhodium, palladium, and their alloys, but shall not include aluminum beverage containers, used beverage containers or similar beverage containers; however, the term includes stainless steel beer kegs and catalytic converters.

(5) "Record" means a paper, electronic, or other method of storing information.

(6) "Scrap metal business" means a scrap metal supplier, scrap metal recycling center, or scrap metal processor that is a commercial enterprise that purchases, receives and processes nonferrous metal property, stainless steel or commercial metal property.

(7) "Scrap metal processor" means a person with a current business license that conducts business from a permanent location, that is engaged in the business of purchasing or receiving metal property for the purpose of altering the metal in preparation for its use as feedstock in the manufacture of new products, and that maintains a hydraulic bailer, shearing device, crusher or shredding device for recycling.

(8) "Scrap metal recycling center" means a person with a current business license that is engaged in the business of purchasing or receiving nonferrous metal property for the purpose of aggregation and sale to another scrap metal business and that maintains a fixed place of business within the state.

(9) "Scrap metal supplier" means a person that is engaged in the business of purchasing or receiving nonferrous metal property for the purpose of aggregation and sale to a scrap metal recycling center or scrap metal processor and that does not maintain a fixed business location in the state.

(10) "Transaction" means a pledge, or the purchase of, or the trade of any item of nonferrous metal property by a scrap metal business from a member of the general public. "Transaction" does not include donations or the purchase or receipt of nonferrous metal property by a scrap metal business from a commercial enterprise, from another scrap metal business, or from a duly authorized employee or agent of the commercial enterprise or scrap metal business.

History:

[54-2701, added 2009, ch. 152, sec. 2, p. 441; am. 2013, ch. 286, sec. 1, p. 738; am. 2014, ch. 321, sec. 1, p. 795; am. 2023, ch. 238, sec. 1, p. 736.]
Idaho Code § 54-413 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 4 / Section 54-413
54-413 SIMULTANEOUS OR CLOSED-CIRCUIT TELECASTS — REPORT — TAX ON GROSS RECEIPTS.
Status: in_force

54-413. Simultaneous or closed-circuit telecasts — Report — Tax on gross receipts. Every promoter who charges and receives an admission fee for exhibiting a simultaneous telecast of any live, current or spontaneous contest or exhibition on a closed-circuit telecast viewed within this state shall, within seventy-two (72) hours after such event, furnish to the commission a verified gross receipts report on a form which is supplied by the commission showing the number of tickets issued or sold, and the gross receipts therefor without any deductions whatsoever. Such promoter shall also at the same time pay to the commission a tax equal to five percent (5%) of such gross receipts paid for admission to the showing of the contest or exhibition. In no event, however, shall the tax be less than twenty-five dollars ($25.00). The tax shall apply uniformly at the same rate to all persons subject to the tax.

History:

[(54-413) 54-410, added 1992, ch. 229, sec. 2, p. 683; am. and redesig. 2004, ch. 385, sec. 13, p. 1157; am. 2007, ch. 149, sec. 10, p. 453; am. 2010, ch. 311, sec. 6, p. 837.]
Idaho Code § 54-1859 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1859
54-1859 ENFORCEMENT OF INTERSTATE COMPACT.
Status: in_force

54-1859. enforcement of interstate compact. (1) The interstate commission, in the reasonable exercise of its discretion, shall enforce the provisions and rules of the compact.

(2) The interstate commission may, by majority vote of the commissioners, initiate legal action in the United States district court for the District of Columbia, or, at the discretion of the interstate commission, in the federal district where the interstate commission has its principal offices, to enforce compliance with the provisions of the compact and its promulgated rules and bylaws, against a member state in default. The relief sought may include both injunctive relief and damages. In the event judicial enforcement is necessary, the prevailing party shall be awarded all costs of such litigation including reasonable attorney's fees.

(3) The remedies herein shall not be the exclusive remedies of the interstate commission. The interstate commission may avail itself of any other remedies available under state law or the regulation of a profession.

History:

[54-1859, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 257.]
Idaho Code § 54-5907 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 59 / Section 54-5907
54-5907 PRESCRIPTIVE RIGHTS.
Status: in_force

54-5907. PRESCRIPTIVE RIGHTS. (1) Licensed naturopathic doctors may be granted certain prescriptive rights as part of their scope of practice. However, prescriptive rights for licensed naturopathic doctors shall be granted and maintained only if the licensed naturopathic doctor:

(a) Currently possesses and maintains a full federal drug enforcement agency (DEA) registration that is in good standing prior to seeking prescriptive rights under his license;

(b) Has completed at least forty-five (45) credit hours of pharmacology from an institution accredited by the United States department of education; and

(c) Possesses a current, valid, and unrestricted license issued pursuant to title 54, Idaho Code, that permits such person to prescribe legend drugs.

(2) Licensed naturopathic doctors' individual prescriptive rights pursuant to this section shall be limited to all medications, treatments, or any other item to be prescribed as outlined and approved by the board. However, the board shall not approve any medication, treatment, or any other similar item that is not approved by the formulary committee.

(3) This section shall not and is not intended to authorize group licensure for all individuals licensed under this chapter. Each licensed naturopathic doctor must, on an individual basis, receive approval from the board to prescribe legend drugs as a licensed naturopathic doctor.

(4) The board, by rule, shall ensure that any approval of a licensed naturopathic doctor's request to prescribe as a licensed naturopathic doctor does not exceed the prescriptive scope the licensed naturopathic doctor previously possessed prior to licensure under this chapter.

History:

[54-5907, added 2022, ch. 194, sec. 1, p. 640.]
Idaho Code § 54-3608 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 36 / Section 54-3608
54-3608 BOND OF ADMINISTRATOR.
Status: in_force

54-3608. Bond of administrator. The administrator, or any agent or employee appointed by the commission, shall be bonded to the state of Idaho in the time, form and manner prescribed by chapter 8, title 59, Idaho Code. The cost of the bond is an administrative expense under this chapter.

History:

[54-3608, added 1984, ch. 42, sec. 1, p. 71.]
Idaho Code § 54-1760 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1760
54-1760 SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-1760. short title. Sections 54-1760 through 54-1764, Idaho Code, shall be known and may be cited as the "Idaho Legend Drug Donation Act."

History:

[54-1760, added 2009, ch. 143, sec. 1, p. 428; am. 2025, ch. 93, sec. 42, p. 437.]
Idaho Code § 54-609 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 6 / Section 54-609
54-609 LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT.
Status: in_force

54-609. LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT. The board may issue a license to an applicant by endorsement where the applicant has passed an examination for and is currently licensed to practice podiatry in another state. The applicant shall satisfy in all other respects the requirements for licensure in this chapter. All applications for licensure by endorsement must be accompanied by an application fee.

History:

[54-609, added 2026, ch. 217, sec. 2, p. 906.]
Idaho Code § 54-4011 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 40 / Section 54-4011
54-4011 LICENSE RENEWAL.
Status: in_force

54-4011. license renewal. (1) A license shall be issued and renewed in accordance with section 67-2614, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-4011, added 2012, ch. 261, sec. 1, p. 727.]
Idaho Code § 54-2611 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 26 / Section 54-2611
54-2611 CLASSIFICATION OF COMPETENCY.
Status: in_force

54-2611. Classification of competency. There shall be three (3) classifications of competency in the business, trade, practice or work of plumbing and three (3) classifications of competency in the business, trade, practice or work of specialty plumbing, as follows:

(a) A plumbing contractor shall be any person, or a member, representative or agent of a firm, copartnership, association, or corporation skilled in the planning and supervision of the construction, installation, improvement, extension and alteration of plumbing systems, and who is familiar with the provisions of this act and the rules made by the Idaho plumbing board, and who is competent to offer and to assume to work on a contract basis and to direct the work of qualified employees. A contractor who in person does plumbing work shall also be qualified as a journeyman plumber, or have in his employ on all work a qualified journeyman.

(b) A plumbing journeyman shall be any person, who as his principal occupation, is engaged in the installation, improvement, extension and alteration of plumbing systems, and who is familiar with the provisions of this act and who works in the employ and under the direction of a plumbing contractor.

(c) A plumbing apprentice shall be any person, who as his principal occupation is engaged in learning and assisting in installation, improvement, extension and alteration of plumbing systems. Apprentices shall not perform plumbing work except under the supervision of a journeyman.

(d) A specialty contractor shall be any person, or a member, representative or agent of a firm, copartnership, association, or corporation skilled in the specialty classification for which he is certified and who is familiar with the provisions of this act and rules made by the Idaho plumbing board, and who is competent to offer and to assume work on a contract basis and to direct the work of qualified employees. A specialty contractor who in person does specialty work shall also be qualified as a specialty journeyman, or have in his employ on all work a specialty journeyman.

(e) A specialty journeyman shall be any person who is engaged in the specialty classification for which he is certified and who is familiar with the provisions of this act and who works in the employ and under the direction of a plumbing or specialty contractor.

(f) A specialty apprentice shall be any person who is engaged in learning and assisting in the specialty classification for which he is registered. Specialty apprentices shall not perform specialty work except under supervision of a specialty journeyman.

History:

[(54-2611) 1957, ch. 214, sec. 16, p. 454; am. 1974, ch. 39, sec. 33, p. 1023; am. and redesignated as sec. 54-2611, 1984, ch. 123, sec. 12, p. 288; am. 1995, ch. 253, sec. 2, p. 829.]
Idaho Code § 54-3405B — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 34 / Section 54-3405B
54-3405B QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-3405B. Qualifications for licensure. (1) In addition to such other information as the board may require by rule, each applicant for licensure as a licensed associate marriage and family therapist shall:

(a) Hold a master's degree or higher in marriage and family therapy or a related field of study as approved by the board and complete a practicum of supervised clinical contact with individuals, couples, families and other systems as part of the graduate program and as defined by rule;

(b) Submit an application in the form prescribed by the board;

(c) Pay the fee determined by the board by rule;

(d) Provide evidence satisfactory to the board of having successfully passed an examination approved by the board and defined by rule; and

(e) Submit to a fingerprint-based criminal history background check in accordance with section 67-9411A, Idaho Code.

(2) A license will not be issued to an individual whose license, certification or registration has been revoked or suspended in this or any other state and in this or any other related field. Such an individual may not be licensed under this chapter unless the period of revocation or suspension has been completed and the board has conducted a competency review and determined that an acceptable degree of rehabilitation has been accomplished.

History:

[54-3405B, added 2008, ch. 87, sec. 3, p. 239; am. 2018, ch. 59, sec. 1, p. 146; am. 2024, ch. 101, sec. 14, p. 458.]
Idaho Code § 54-1409 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 14 / Section 54-1409
54-1409 LICENSE FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSING.
Status: in_force

54-1409. License for advanced practice registered nursing. (1) Qualifications. To qualify for a license to practice advanced practice registered nursing, a person must:

(a) Be currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Idaho; and

(b) Have successfully completed an approved advanced practice registered nursing education program that meets the board requirements for the role of advanced nursing practice for which the applicant is seeking licensure; and

(c) Have passed a qualifying examination recognized by the board and have current certification from a national organization recognized by the board; and

(d) Be of sufficiently sound physical and mental health as will not impair or interfere with the ability to practice nursing.

(2) Fees. A qualified applicant shall be entitled to a license to practice advanced practice registered nursing upon payment of a license fee to the board in an amount designated by the board not to exceed two hundred fifty dollars ($250).

History:

[54-1409, added 1998, ch. 118, sec. 6, p. 442; am. 2002, ch. 80, sec. 3, p. 180; am. 2012, ch. 142, sec. 5, p. 375.]
Idaho Code § 54-2402 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 24 / Section 54-2402
54-2402 LICENSE REQUIRED.
Status: in_force

54-2402. License required. It shall be unlawful for any person who is not licensed under the provisions of this chapter to operate, offer to operate, be in responsible charge of, or to otherwise serve as operating personnel at any public drinking water system or any public wastewater system as defined in the provisions of this chapter. Operating personnel shall include every person making system control or system integrity decisions about water quantity or water quality that may affect public health. It shall be unlawful for any person to use, in connection with their name or otherwise assume or advertise, any title or description tending to convey the impression of being a water or wastewater system operator, unless such person has been duly registered and possesses a current license in good standing issued by the board or is otherwise exempted under the provisions of this chapter. Furthermore, it shall be unlawful for any person who is the designated responsible charge operator of a drinking water or wastewater system to not be licensed at a category class equal to or greater than the classification of the drinking water or wastewater system. It shall be unlawful for any person to perform backflow assembly testing or inspection unless such person is licensed under the provisions of this chapter. The right to practice as a drinking water operator, wastewater operator, or backflow assembly tester shall be deemed a personal right, based on the qualifications of the individual as evidenced by a current license, and shall not be transferable. Provided however, that persons licensed, registered or otherwise regulated by the state of Idaho to practice a profession shall not be required to obtain a license under this act in order to practice within the scope of practice of the profession for which they are licensed, registered or otherwise regulated.

History:

[54-2402, added 2004, ch. 335, sec. 1, p. 996.]
Idaho Code § 54-1736A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1736A
54-1736A PRESCRIPTION DRUG DELIVERY AND RETURN.
Status: in_force

54-1736A. PRESCRIPTION DRUG DELIVERY AND RETURN. (1) Delivery of filled prescriptions shall be allowed if appropriate measures are taken to ensure product integrity and safety. Prescriptions may be picked up for or returned from delivery by authorized personnel from a secured delivery area.

(2) A drug outlet registered with the DEA as a collector may collect controlled and non-controlled drugs for destruction. Otherwise a dispensed drug or device may only be accepted for return as follows:

(a) When the pharmacist determines that harm could result if the drug or device is not returned;

(b) If it is a legend drug for donation pursuant to sections 54-1760 through 54-1764, Idaho Code; and

(c) The drug did not reach the patient and has been maintained in the custody and control of the drug outlet and the drug outlet is able to assure that product integrity has been maintained.

History:

[54-1736A, added 2025, ch. 93, sec. 39, p. 436.]
Idaho Code § 54-2301 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 23 / Section 54-2301
54-2301 PRACTICE OF PSYCHOLOGY — REGULATION — OBJECTS AND PURPOSES.
Status: in_force

54-2301. Practice of psychology — Regulation — Objects and purposes. The practice of psychology in the state of Idaho is hereby declared to affect the public health, safety and welfare, and to be subject to regulation and control in the public interest to protect the public from unprofessional, improper, unauthorized and unqualified practice of psychology, and from unprofessional conduct by persons licensed to practice psychology. This act should be liberally construed to carry out these objects and purposes.

History:

[54-2301, added 1963, ch. 186, sec. 1, p. 549.]
Idaho Code § 54-922 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 9 / Section 54-922
54-922 DISPLAY OF LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-922. Display of license. No person shall practice dentistry, dental therapy, or dental hygiene unless he either has on display in his office an unrevoked and unsuspended license for the time period in which he shall practice or has the same immediately producible upon request.

History:

[54-922, added 1949, ch. 102, sec. 22, p. 177; am. 1967, ch. 312, sec. 19, p. 886; am. 1994, ch. 58, sec. 22, p. 114; am. 2006, ch. 285, sec. 7, p. 879; am. 2019, ch. 221, sec. 12, p. 677.]
Idaho Code § 54-712 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 7 / Section 54-712
54-712 DISCIPLINE BY THE BOARD — GROUNDS.
Status: in_force

54-712. Discipline by the board — Grounds. Any license or permit issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to restriction, suspension, revocation or other discipline pursuant to the provisions of section 54-707, Idaho Code, if the board finds that the licensee:

(1) Has been convicted, found guilty, or received a withheld judgment or suspended sentence in this or any other state of a crime that is deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code;

(2) Used false, fraudulent or forged statements or documents, diplomas or credentials in connection with any licensing or other requirements of this chapter or misrepresented or concealed a material fact in obtaining licensing, renewal or reinstatement;

(3) Practiced chiropractic under a false or assumed name in this or any other state;

(4) Advertised the practice of chiropractic in a false, misleading or deceptive manner;

(5) Knowingly aided or abetted any person to practice chiropractic who is not authorized to practice chiropractic as provided in this chapter or failed to adequately supervise auxiliary staff who have contact with patients that creates or results in an unreasonable risk of harm to the patient;

(6) Is unable to obtain or renew a license to practice chiropractic, or whose license to practice chiropractic has been restricted, revoked or suspended by any other state, territory or district of the United States or foreign jurisdiction; a certified copy of the order shall be conclusive evidence of any restriction, revocation or suspension of a license;

(7) Failed to safeguard the confidentiality of chiropractic records or other chiropractic information pertaining to identifiable clients, except as required or authorized by law;

(8) Practiced chiropractic when a license pursuant to this chapter is suspended, revoked, or inactive due to failure to renew the license within the time and manner required by the board;

(9) Refused to divulge to the board, upon demand, the means, method, device or instrumentality used in the treatment of a disease, injury, ailment, or infirmity;

(10) Has engaged in any conduct that constitutes an abuse or exploitation of a patient arising out of the trust and confidence placed in the licensee by the patient;

(11) Has committed any act that constitutes a crime that is deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code;

(12) Is unable to practice chiropractic with reasonable skill and safety by reason of:

(a) Mental illness;

(b) Physical illness, including but not limited to physical deterioration that adversely affects cognitive, motor or perceptive skills;

(c) Habitual or excessive use or abuse of drugs defined in law as controlled substances, alcohol, or any other substances that impair ability; or

(d) Having a communicable, contagious or infectious disease that endangers the health of patients;

(13) Has violated the standard of care or code of ethics as adopted by the board or misrepresented or committed fraud in any aspect of the business or practice of chiropractic;

(14) Promoted unnecessary or inefficacious treatment, procedures, devices or services or practiced in an incompetent or negligent manner resulting in or creating an unreasonable risk of harm; or

(15) Has violated any provision of this act or any rule promulgated by the board for the administration or enforcement of this act, interfered with the board's conduct of investigations, hearings or any other matters relating to discipline, including but not limited to misrepresenting facts, attempting to influence witnesses or failing to answer subpoenas, or otherwise failed to cooperate with the board in the fulfillment of its duties.

History:

[54-712, added 1980, ch. 334, sec. 2, p. 868; am. 1987, ch. 144, sec. 4, p. 288; am. 1993, ch. 157, sec. 5, p. 405; am. 2020, ch. 175, sec. 15, p. 519; am. 2025, ch. 104, sec. 6, p. 554; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 82, p. 966.]
Idaho Code § 54-1618 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 16 / Section 54-1618
54-1618 DISPOSITION OF FUNDS.
Status: in_force

54-1618. Disposition of funds. All fees received under the provisions of this chapter shall be paid to the division of occupational and professional licenses and deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund and all costs and expenses incurred under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from said fund.

History:

[54-1618, added 2025, ch. 98, sec. 3, p. 537.]
Idaho Code § 54-1502A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 15 / Section 54-1502A
54-1502A NONLICENSED PERSONS — PENALTIES AND REMEDIES.
Status: in_force

54-1502A. nonlicensed persons — penalties and remedies. (1) Each violation of the provisions of section 54-1502, Idaho Code, shall, upon conviction, result in a fine in an amount not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000), or imprisonment in the county jail for not less than thirty (30) days but not more than ninety (90) days, or by both such fine and imprisonment.

(2) The assessment of costs and fees incurred in the investigation and prosecution or defense of a person under this section shall be governed by the provisions of section 12-117(5), Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1502A, added 2009, ch. 118, sec. 3, p. 378; am. 2018, ch. 348, sec. 6, p. 803; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 89, p. 971.]
Idaho Code § 54-4705 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 47 / Section 54-4705
54-4705 BOARD OF ACUPUNCTURE — POWERS AND DUTIES — FUNDS.
Status: in_force

54-4705. Board of acupuncture — Powers and duties — Funds. (1) The board shall have the authority to:

(a) Determine the qualifications of persons applying for licensure, certification and acupuncture trainee permits pursuant to this chapter and define, by rule, the appropriate scope of acupuncture services that may be rendered to the public in this state;

(b) Hire or appoint employees, including an executive director, investigators, attorneys, consultants and independent hearing examiners;

(c) Establish, pursuant to the administrative procedure act, such rules as are necessary for the administration of this chapter, including standards for professional conduct that reflect current practice standards and promote inclusion of innovations and advances in acupuncture;

(d) Conduct investigations and examinations and hold hearings;

(e) Collect fees and other funds as prescribed by this chapter;

(f) Contract, sue and be sued, and pursue other matters lawful in this state;

(g) Provide such other services and perform such other functions as are necessary and desirable to fulfill its purposes;

(h) Adopt rules requiring continuing education as a condition of continued licensure or certification.

(2) All fees received under the provisions of this chapter shall be paid to the division of occupational and professional licenses and deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund and all costs and expenses incurred under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from said fund.

History:

[54-4705, added 1999, ch. 379, sec. 1, p. 1041; am. 2000, ch. 28, sec. 2, p. 54; am. 2002, ch. 81, sec. 1, p. 184; am. 2011, ch. 75, sec. 2, p. 157; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 61, p. 322.]
Idaho Code § 54-1805 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1805
54-1805 STATE BOARD OF MEDICINE ESTABLISHED.
Status: in_force

54-1805. state board of medicine established. (1) There is hereby established in the division of occupational and professional licenses a state board of medicine to be composed of eleven (11) members.

(2)(a) Six (6) members shall be physicians who are licensed and engaged in the active practice of medicine in this state, one (1) member shall be licensed and engaged in the active practice of osteopathic medicine in this state, one (1) member shall be licensed and engaged in the active practice of podiatric medicine in this state, one (1) member shall be a physician assistant who is licensed and engaged in the active practice of medicine in this state, and two (2) members shall be public members.

(b) All members of the board shall be residents of this state.

(c) All members of the board shall be appointed by the governor for five (5) year terms and shall serve at the pleasure of the governor.

(d) Public members must be persons of integrity and good reputation who have lived in this state for at least five (5) years immediately preceding their appointment, who have never been authorized to practice a healing art, and who have never had a substantial personal, business, professional, or pecuniary connection with a healing art or with a medical education or health care facility, except as patients or potential patients.

(3) Appointments to fill vacancies occurring from some other reason than expiration of a term for which a member was appointed shall be made in the same manner as hereinabove set forth for the unexpired term.

(4) The board shall elect a chairman from its membership. The members of the board, except for state employees, shall be compensated as provided by section 59-509(p), Idaho Code. Six (6) members of the board shall constitute a quorum, and the board may act by virtue of a majority vote of members present at a meeting.

History:

[54-1805, added 1977, ch. 199, sec. 6, p. 540; am. 1980, ch. 247, sec. 64, p. 627; am. 1990, ch. 106, sec. 1, p. 213; am. 1998, ch. 39, sec. 1, p. 166; am. 2000, ch. 469, sec. 125, p. 1586; am. 2016, ch. 340, sec. 22, p. 943; am. 2019, ch. 26, sec. 5, p. 56; am. 2021, ch. 222, sec. 16, p. 630; am. 2026, ch. 217, sec. 3, p. 907.]
Idaho Code § 54-1716 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1716
54-1716 EMPLOYEES.
Status: in_force

54-1716. Employees. (1) The board of pharmacy may, in its discretion, employ persons in addition to the executive director in such other positions or capacities as it deems necessary to the proper conduct of board business and to the fulfillment of the board's responsibilities as defined by this act.

(2) The employees of the board other than the executive director and the board's chief controlled substance investigator under chapter 27, title 37, Idaho Code, shall be classified employees and shall receive, as compensation, an annual salary payable on regular pay periods, the amount of which shall be determined by the division of human resources classification and compensation plan set forth in section 67-5309, Idaho Code, and reimbursement for all expenses incurred in connection with performance of their official duties.

History:

[54-1716, added 1979, ch. 131, sec. 3, p. 411; am. 2000, ch. 353, sec. 1, p. 1187.; am. 2023, ch. 6, sec. 1, p. 10.]
Idaho Code § 54-2620 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 26 / Section 54-2620
54-2620 PERMITS REQUIRED — EXCEPTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-2620. Permits required — Exceptions. (1) It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, copartnership, association or corporation to do, or cause or permit to be done, after the adoption of this act, whether acting as principal, agent or employee, any construction, installation, improvement, extension or alteration of any plumbing system in any building, residence or structure, or service lines thereto, in the state of Idaho without first procuring a permit from the division of occupational and professional licenses authorizing such work to be done, except:

(a) Within the boundaries of counties or incorporated cities, including those specially chartered, where such work is regulated and enforced by an ordinance or code equivalent to this chapter pursuant to the provisions of section 54-2601, Idaho Code; or

(b) Within such additional area within five (5) miles of the city limits over which such city has elected to exercise jurisdiction relative to building drains and building sewers pursuant to section 50-606, Idaho Code, on buildings, residences and structures being converted from an on-site sewage disposal system to a sewage disposal system supplied by the city, where such work is regulated and enforced by an ordinance or code equivalent to this chapter. Cities shall provide the division of occupational and professional licenses written notice of the area over which such jurisdiction will be exercised. No city may exercise such jurisdiction within the limits of another city unless both cities have agreed by ordinance to allow such jurisdiction. For purposes of this chapter, building drain and building sewer will be defined according to the definition found in the uniform plumbing code or as adopted by the board, pursuant to section 54-2601, Idaho Code.

(2) Permits shall be issued only to a person holding a valid certificate of competency, to a firm, copartnership, association or corporation represented by a person holding a valid certificate of competency, or to a person excepted or for work excepted from the certificate of competency requirements pursuant to section 54-2602(1)(a), (e), (f), (g), or (i), Idaho Code. Permits shall not be required for plumbing work described in section 54-2602(1)(b), (c), or (d), Idaho Code.

(3) Provided, a licensed plumber is hereby authorized, after making application for permit and pending receipt of permit, to proceed and complete improvements or alterations to plumbing systems when the cost of said improvement or alteration does not exceed the sum of five hundred dollars ($500). Inspection of such work shall be the responsibility of the permit holder pending an official inspection, which shall be made within sixty (60) days after notification of inspection.

History:

[(54-2620) added 1957, ch. 214, sec. 25, p. 454; am. 1963, ch. 138, sec. 5, p. 392; am. 1974, ch. 39, sec. 37, p. 1023; am. 1982, ch. 287, sec. 1, p. 738; am. 1983, ch. 43, sec. 2, p. 102; am. and redesig. 1984, ch. 123, sec. 21, p. 290; am. 1996, ch. 421, sec. 60, p. 1441; am. 2007, ch. 197, sec. 4, p. 600; am. 2020, ch. 77, sec. 2, p. 167; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 56, p. 107; am. 2024, ch. 54, sec. 5, p. 271.]
Idaho Code § 54-4112 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 41 / Section 54-4112
54-4112 REGULAR EXAMINATIONS.
Status: in_force

54-4112. Regular examinations. The board shall hold each year at least one (1) examination for licensure or certification to practice real estate appraisal, if there be any such applicants. The examinations shall be conducted by the real estate appraiser board under fair and wholly impartial methods and subject to such rules as the board may establish to test the applicant's qualifications in all branches of the professional practice of appraisal.

History:

[54-4112, added 1990, ch. 82, sec. 1, p. 170; am. 1992, ch. 92, sec. 11, p. 289.]
Idaho Code § 54-5804 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 58 / Section 54-5804
54-5804 PROHIBITIONS REGARDING ESTABLISHMENTS — EXCEPTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-5804. PROHIBITIONS REGARDING ESTABLISHMENTS — EXCEPTIONS. (1) It shall be unlawful:

(a) To practice any of the occupations licensed, certificated or registered under this chapter in a place or establishment that is not licensed or registered for such practice, except as specifically authorized by this chapter;

(b) For any establishment license holder to employ or allow to be employed in or about the licensed establishment a person who is not licensed or certificated under this chapter, unless the person is performing tasks that do not require a license or certificate; and

(c) Where a licensed establishment is located in a home or other building containing living quarters, to use the portions of the home or building that are used for the licensed practice as living, dining or sleeping quarters.

(2) The provisions of subsection (1)(a) of this section shall not apply to:

(a) Licensees or certificants under this chapter who are performing licensed or certificated services for persons unable by reason of ill health, medical confinement or involuntary incarceration to go to a licensed establishment;

(b) A licensed electrologist practicing electrology or a licensed esthetician practicing esthetics under the supervision of a licensed chiropractor, dentist, medical doctor, nurse practitioner or podiatrist at a facility used by the supervising individual;

(c) A person licensed or certificated under this chapter to practice barbering, barber-styling, cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology provided that:

(i) The services provided outside a licensed establishment are limited to those authorized by board rule; and

(ii) The licensee or certificant and the facility or location where the services are provided must observe and comply with the inspection, safety and disinfection requirements established by board rule; or

(d) A person licensed or certificated under this chapter to practice barbering, barber-styling, cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology practicing on a charitable basis, provided that:

(i) The person shall not charge, and the public cannot be charged;

(ii) The person and the facility or location where the services are provided must observe and comply with the inspection, safety, and disinfection requirements established by board rule; and

(iii) Charitable work cannot exceed twelve (12) days in a year.

History:

[54-5804, added 2018, ch. 228, sec. 3, p. 523; am. 2020, ch. 182, sec. 2, p. 561; am. 2025, ch. 76, sec. 2, p. 350.]
Idaho Code § 54-2092 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2092
54-2092 DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OWED AFTER TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATION.
Status: in_force

54-2092. Duties and obligations owed after termination of representation. Except as otherwise agreed in writing, a brokerage owes no further duty or obligation to a client after termination of the agreed representation except:

(1) Accounting for all moneys and property received by the brokerage during the representation; and

(2) Maintaining the confidentiality of all information defined as confidential client information by this act.

History:

[(54-2092) 54-2070, added 1996, ch. 250, sec. 1, p. 791; am. and redesignated 2000, ch. 285, sec. 14, p. 958.]
Idaho Code § 54-1414 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 14 / Section 54-1414
54-1414 UNLAWFUL CONDUCT — PENALTIES.
Status: in_force

54-1414. Unlawful conduct — Penalties. (1) It shall be unlawful for any person, corporation, association or other legal entity to:

(a) Practice nursing in this state without a current license unless exempted from licensure by this chapter; or

(b) Falsify or forge any application for licensure, license, renewal of license or certification required by this chapter; or

(c) Falsely represent by use of any designation, title, or statement, that he is licensed pursuant to this chapter; or

(d) Falsely represent, by use of any designation, title or statement, that a school or course is approved pursuant to this chapter; or

(e) Employ unlicensed persons to practice nursing in this state unless the person is exempt from licensure by this chapter; or

(f) Aid, abet, assist or encourage any person in violating this chapter.

(2) Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by fine not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300) or by imprisonment not to exceed six (6) months or both such fine and imprisonment.

History:

[(54-1414), added 1977, ch. 132, sec. 2, p. 287; am. and redesig. 1998, ch. 118, sec. 11, p. 444; am. 2002, ch. 80, sec. 8, p. 183.]
Idaho Code § 54-913 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 9 / Section 54-913
54-913 LICENSES — RECORDS.
Status: in_force

54-913. Licenses — Records. (1) All licenses to practice dentistry, dental therapy, dental hygiene, or denturitry shall be issued by the division of occupational and professional licenses in the name of the board.

(2) The board shall keep a record of all applicants for licensure to qualify as a dentist, dental therapist, dental hygienist, or denturist; of applicants rejected on application or examination with the reason for rejection; of licenses issued; and of actively licensed dentists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, and denturists.

History:

[54-913, added 1949, ch. 102, sec. 13, p. 177; am. 1967, ch. 312, sec. 10, p. 886; am. 1974, ch. 13, sec. 90, p. 138; am. 1987, ch. 30, sec. 7, p. 42; am. 1994, ch. 58, sec. 13, p. 107; am. 2006, ch. 285, sec. 2, p. 875; am. 2019, ch. 221, sec. 6, p. 673; am. 2026, ch. 298, sec. 5, p. 1227.]
Idaho Code § 54-1401 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 14 / Section 54-1401
54-1401 PURPOSE — LICENSE REQUIRED — REPRESENTATION TO THE PUBLIC.
Status: in_force

54-1401. Purpose — License required — Representation to the public. In order to safeguard the public health, safety and welfare, it is in the public interest to regulate and control nursing in the state of Idaho, to promote quality health care services, to prohibit unqualified and dishonest persons from practicing nursing, and to protect against acts or conduct that may endanger the health and safety of the public.

(1) License required. It shall be unlawful for any person to practice nursing or offer to practice nursing unless that person is duly licensed pursuant to this chapter.

(2) Representation to the public. Only a person who holds a valid and current license to practice registered nursing in this state or a party state pursuant to sections 54-1408 and 54-1418, Idaho Code, may use the title "nurse," "registered nurse," "graduate nurse" or "professional nurse" or the abbreviation "RN" or any other designations, titles or abbreviations to indicate that the person is practicing nursing in this state. Only a person who holds a valid and current license to practice practical nursing in this state or a party state pursuant to sections 54-1407 and 54-1418, Idaho Code, may use the title "nurse," "licensed practical nurse," or the abbreviation "LPN" or any other designations, titles or abbreviations to indicate that the person is practicing nursing in this state.

(3) All applicants for original licensure and for license reinstatement shall submit to a fingerprint-based criminal history check in accordance with section 67-9411A, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1401, added 1977, ch. 132, sec. 2, p. 280; am. 2003, ch. 188, sec. 1, p. 510; am. 2004, ch. 268, sec. 1, p. 751; am. 2008, ch. 67, sec. 1, p. 172; am. 2012, ch. 142, sec. 1, p. 371; am. 2014, ch. 44, sec. 1, p. 116; am. 2024, ch. 101, sec. 1, p. 447.]
Idaho Code § 54-2320 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 23 / Section 54-2320
54-2320 ADVISORY PANEL.
Status: in_force

54-2320. advisory panel. The board shall establish an advisory panel to review and advise the board on proposed prescriptive rules and other regulations governing the prescriptive authority for psychologists, including any formulary or limited formulary, and also including the sufficiency of education and training for an applicant seeking certification by endorsement. If requested by the board, the panel may be consulted on complaints against psychologists with prescriptive authority. The panel shall consist of a psychiatrist and a pediatric psychiatrist or a pediatrician recommended by the Idaho state board of medicine, a pharmacist holding a doctoral-level degree recommended by the Idaho state board of pharmacy, and two (2) psychologists licensed in Idaho. The board shall not promulgate rules governing prescriptive authority, governing collaboration or supervision of prescribing psychologists, establishing a formulary or establishing standards for granting certification by endorsement, unless the rules first have been approved by a majority vote of the advisory panel.

History:

[54-2320, added 2017, ch. 238, sec. 7, p. 590.]
Idaho Code § 54-2094 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2094
54-2094 REPRESENTATION NOT FIDUCIARY IN NATURE.
Status: in_force

54-2094. Representation not fiduciary in nature. While this act is intended to abrogate the common law of agency as it applies to regulated real estate transactions, nothing in this act shall prohibit a brokerage from entering into a written agreement with a buyer or seller which creates an agency relationship in which the duties and obligations are greater than those provided in this act. However, unless greater duties are specifically agreed to in writing between the brokerage and a represented client, the duties and obligations owed to a represented client in a regulated real estate transaction are not fiduciary in nature and are not subject to equitable remedies for breach of fiduciary duty.

History:

[(54-2094) 54-2072, added 1996, ch. 250, sec. 1, p. 791; am. and redesignated 2000, ch. 285, sec. 16, p. 958.]
Idaho Code § 54-5827 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 58 / Section 54-5827
54-5827 SEVERABILITY.
Status: in_force

54-5827. severability. The provisions of this chapter are hereby declared to be severable and if any provision of this chapter or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance is declared invalid for any reason, such declaration shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this chapter.

History:

[54-5827, added 2018, ch. 228, sec. 3, p. 535.]
Idaho Code § 54-2065 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2065
54-2065 PENALTY FOR ACTING AS A BROKER OR SALESPERSON WITHOUT LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-2065. Penalty for acting as a broker or salesperson without license. Any person acting as a real estate broker or real estate salesperson within the meaning of this chapter without a license as herein provided shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, if a natural person, be punished by a fine of not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000) or by imprisonment in the county jail for a term not to exceed one (1) year, or by both such fine and imprisonment in the discretion of the court; or if a limited liability company or corporation, by a fine of not to exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000). Additionally, the court may assess a civil penalty against a natural person in an amount not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000) and against a limited liability company or corporation in an amount not to exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000). All civil penalties shall be credited to the occupational licenses fund.

History:

[54-2065, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 948; am. 2021, ch. 224, sec. 52, p. 677.]
Idaho Code § 54-1701 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1701
54-1701 SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-1701. Short title. This chapter shall be known as the "Idaho Pharmacy Act."

History:

[54-1701, added 1979, ch. 131, sec. 3, p. 404.; am. 2013, ch. 28, sec. 2, p. 52.]
Idaho Code § 54-916C — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 9 / Section 54-916C
54-916C DENTAL THERAPY LICENSURE BY CREDENTIALS.
Status: in_force

54-916C. DENTAL THERAPY LICENSURE BY CREDENTIALS. The board may issue a license to practice dental therapy without further examination to an applicant upon evidence that:

(1) The applicant currently holds an active license in good standing to practice dental therapy in another state with no disciplinary proceedings or unresolved complaints pending before the state's licensing board;

(2) The applicant has been in clinical practice at least two (2) years and has practiced a minimum of two thousand (2,000) hours in the three (3) years immediately preceding the date of application;

(3) The applicant has graduated from a dental therapy school accredited by the commission on dental accreditation of the American dental association as of the date of the applicant's graduation;

(4) The applicant has successfully completed board-approved examinations; and

(5) The applicant has paid the application fee as set by board rule.

History:

[54-916C, added 2019, ch. 221, sec. 9, p. 674.]
Idaho Code § 54-1411 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 14 / Section 54-1411
54-1411 RENEWAL AND REINSTATEMENT OF LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-1411. Renewal and reinstatement of license. (1) Renewal. Except for emeritus status, each license issued pursuant to this chapter shall be valid from the date of its issue until the first renewal date thereafter.

(a) No license shall be valid unless renewed each and every two (2) years on the renewal dates fixed by the board.

(b) The board may impose a renewal fee in an amount not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100).

(c) A license that is not timely renewed is a lapsed license.

(2) Certified nurse-midwives, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists and certified nurse practitioners desiring license renewal must provide proof, satisfactory to the board, of the applicant's competence to practice by documenting completion of a peer review process.

(3) Reinstatement. A person whose license has lapsed, or who holds an emeritus status license in good standing, or whose license has been revoked, suspended, limited, conditioned or otherwise sanctioned by the board, may apply for reinstatement of the license to active and unrestricted status. A licensee's ability to apply for reinstatement may be subject to time constraints imposed by board rule or by the terms of a disciplinary order. An applicant for reinstatement must:

(a) Pay a reinstatement fee in an amount not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100).

(b) Submit a completed reinstatement application and provide proof, satisfactory to the board, of the applicant's competency to practice.

(c) Document compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in any order of the board as a condition of reinstatement.

History:

[(54-1411) 54-1410, added 1977, ch. 132, sec. 2, p. 285; am. 1984, ch. 57, sec. 4, p. 104; am. and redesig. 1998, ch. 118, sec. 8, p. 442; am. 2002, ch. 80, sec. 6, p. 181; am. 2004, ch. 262, sec. 2, p. 741; am. 2012, ch. 142, sec. 7, p. 376; am. 2017, ch. 55, sec. 2, p. 86.]
Idaho Code § 54-2506 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 25 / Section 54-2506
54-2506 DUTIES OF COMMISSION AND LICENSEES — LICENSE FEE.
Status: in_force

54-2506. Duties of commission and licensees — License fee. It shall be the duty of the commission, as soon as possible after its organization, to prepare and promulgate a complete set of rules and regulations to govern race meets and the pari-mutuel system. It shall be the duty of each person holding a license under the authority of the act to comply with this act and with all the rules and regulations promulgated and all orders issued by the commission.

It shall be unlawful for any person, except race meet licensees coming within the provisions of section 54-2508, Idaho Code, to participate, directly or indirectly, in any race meet without first securing and having in full force and effect, a license therefor from the commission. The license fee for such license shall be set by the commission and shall be paid to the commission.

The commission shall, by rule and regulation, determine which persons participating, directly or indirectly, in race meets shall require licenses.

History:

[54-2506, added 1963, ch. 64, sec. 6, p. 246; am. 1969, ch. 221, sec. 2, p. 724; am. 1974, ch. 96, sec. 1, p. 1196; am. 1983, ch. 64, sec. 1, p. 147.]
Idaho Code § 54-5020A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 50 / Section 54-5020A
54-5020A INSPECTIONS — TIMELINESS — REFUNDS.
Status: in_force

54-5020A. Inspections — timeliness — Refunds. (1) If an inspection requested by a permit holder is not performed within forty-eight (48) business hours, such permit holder shall be authorized to hire a third-party inspector to perform such inspection. The permit holder or third-party inspector shall notify the division or local government that such inspection is being completed by a third-party inspector. The permit holder shall provide a copy of the results of the completed inspection to the division or local government. A permit holder who obtains a third-party inspection under this section shall be refunded any fee, or portion thereof, that the permit holder paid to the division or local government for such inspection. If a local government contracts with and pays the division, county, or third party for an inspection that requires a refund pursuant to this section, the division, county, or third party shall be responsible for refunding the permit holder.

(2) The division or a local government shall refund ten percent (10%) of the fees, or the portion thereof, paid by a permit holder for an inspection if an inspector or mechanical code administrator:

(a) Conducts an inspection on the work relating to the permit;

(b) Determines that the work has failed an inspection; and

(c) Fails to, within three (3) business days, provide the permit holder or his agent with a reason for the failure of such inspection pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

(3) A third-party inspector under this section shall meet the qualifications prescribed by section 54-5021, Idaho Code, and shall conduct the inspection in substantial accord with the applicable jurisdiction's standards provided by law, rule, or ordinance.

History:

[54-5020A, added 2026, ch. 232, sec. 3, p. 1012.]
Idaho Code § 54-2509 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 25 / Section 54-2509
54-2509 PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS OF LAW — POWER OF COMMISSION.
Status: in_force

54-2509. Penalty for violations of law — Power of commission. (1) Any person holding a race meet, and any other person required by this act or the rules of the commission to be licensed, participating, directly or indirectly, in a race meet, without first being licensed by the commission, and any person violating any of the terms or provisions of this act is guilty of a misdemeanor.

(a) There shall be an absolute prohibition of the use of live lures in the state of Idaho for the training of or racing of racing dogs. Any violation of the provisions of this section shall be a felony punishable by a fine not exceeding twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000), or by a prison term not to exceed seven (7) years, or by both such fine and imprisonment. In addition the state racing commission shall not license any breeder, trainer or kennel whose dogs have been trained or raced with the use of live lures. The racing commission shall adopt rules that will provide for the humane treatment of the dogs involved in any aspect of training for or engaging in dog racing.

(2) The commission shall have the power to exclude from any and all race courses in this state any person who the commission deems detrimental to the best interests of racing, or any person who violates any of the provisions of this act or any rule or order of the commission.

(3) It shall be lawful to conduct race meets on or at a race track, or otherwise, at any time during the week.

(4) Any person maintaining a license issued by the commission, who violates the provisions of this act or the rules of the commission, may have such license suspended or revoked. In addition to such suspension or revocation the commission may levy a monetary penalty commensurate with the gravity of the offense, not to exceed two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500). The commission, by rule shall provide a summary procedure for such determination at the track, the penalty amount for specified violations, and shall provide for an appeal of any summary decision to the commission. At-the-track summary proceedings shall not be subject to the provisions of chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code. Hearings and appeals before the commission as allowed by this act or the rules of the commission shall be subject to chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, except the provisions of section 67-5254(2), Idaho Code, which is inconsistent with the unique requirements of racing.

(5) All law enforcement officers in this state shall assist in the enforcement of this act and the rules of the commission.

History:

[54-2509, added 1963, ch. 64, sec. 9, p. 246; am. 1969, ch. 221, sec. 3, p. 724; am. 1977, ch. 230, sec. 1, p. 685; am. 1980, ch. 58, sec. 1, p. 116; am. 1987, ch. 316, sec. 7, p. 665; am. 1988, ch. 141, sec. 2, p. 257; am. 1996, ch. 75, sec. 1, p. 241.]
Idaho Code § 54-2032 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2032
54-2032 CERTIFICATION OF INSTRUCTORS.
Status: in_force

54-2032. Certification of instructors. All individuals wishing to teach real estate courses for credit toward prelicense, post license or the commission continuing education core course requirements in Idaho must first be approved or certified by the commission for each course the individual wishes to teach.

History:

[54-2032, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 928; am. 2005, ch. 107, sec. 9, p. 350; am. 2015, ch. 51, sec. 6, p. 119.]
Idaho Code § 54-3408 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 34 / Section 54-3408
54-3408 CERTAIN ACTS PROHIBITED.
Status: in_force

54-3408. Certain acts prohibited. The following acts shall be unlawful and punishable as a misdemeanor:

(1) The violation of any of the provisions of this chapter and any rules promulgated pursuant thereto;

(2) A person representing himself to be a licensed clinical professional counselor or licensed professional counselor or licensed associate marriage and family therapist or licensed marriage and family therapist without having first complied with the provisions of this chapter;

(3) A person who shall practice or attempt to offer to practice professional counseling or marriage and family therapy, as defined in this chapter, without having at the time of so doing, a valid, unexpired, unrevoked and unsuspended license issued under this chapter or the laws of Idaho or any other state governing mental health professionals.

History:

[54-3408, added 1982, ch. 183, sec. 1, p. 483; am. 1998, ch. 413, sec. 5, p. 1305; am. 1999, ch. 152, sec. 2, p. 426; am. 2001, ch. 71, sec. 8, p. 150; am. 2005, ch. 46, sec. 4, p. 177; am. 2008, ch. 87, sec. 4, p. 241; am. 2012, ch. 68, sec. 10, p. 198.]
Idaho Code § 54-5904 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 59 / Section 54-5904
54-5904 BOARD DUTIES AND POWERS.
Status: in_force

54-5904. BOARD DUTIES AND POWERS. The board shall have the authority and the responsibility to:

(1) By July 1, 2023, in accordance with this chapter and by using the American naturopathic medical certification board as the primary resource, determine the qualifications needed by each person applying for licensure pursuant to this chapter and, in addition to the requirements of this chapter, define by rule the criteria for determining the appropriate scope of practice for each individual seeking licensure; provided, however, the board may authorize a scope of practice only on an individual basis for each individual seeking licensure. The board may modify the authorized scope of practice based on its assessment of an individual's education, training, and experience;

(2) Consult with the American naturopathic medical certification board to define and set by rule any additional qualifications for licensure that are consistent with this chapter. Any such qualifications shall be in addition to those required by this chapter;

(3) Authorize prescriptive rights or surgical authority only for an applicant who demonstrates sufficient education and training in accordance with an active Idaho license in good standing pursuant to section 54-5905(1), Idaho Code. Notwithstanding the provisions of this subsection, all licensees shall be permitted by the board to practice according to the scope of practice pursuant to section 54-5906, Idaho Code;

(4) Establish, pursuant to chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, any such rules consistent with this chapter as are necessary for the administration of this chapter, including but not limited to rules pertaining to discipline, continuing education, and standards for professional conduct that reflect current practice standards and promote inclusion of evidence-based innovations and advances in naturopathic health care;

(5) Conduct investigations and examinations and hold hearings;

(6) Collect fees and other funds only to the extent necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter. All fees received under the provisions of this chapter shall be paid to the division of occupational and professional licenses and deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from said fund;

(7) Conduct legal proceedings, including those regarding contracts and litigation;

(8) Provide such other services and perform such other functions as are necessary and desirable to fulfill its purposes; and

(9) Establish rules that provide for naturopaths to practice in Idaho through registration rather than licensure. In order to protect public health, the scope of practice for a registered naturopath shall be no broader than as provided for in section 54-1804(1)(l), Idaho Code.

(a) The board shall establish a method of registration and a reasonable fee for registration and collect such fee for registration.

(b) No registration shall be granted until the board has approved a reasonable fee and a method of collecting such fee for registration.

History:

[54-5904, added 2022, ch. 194, sec. 1, p. 637.]
Idaho Code § 54-2622A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 26 / Section 54-2622A
54-2622A INSPECTIONS OF MODULAR BUILDINGS — WHEN AUTHORIZED — APPROVAL AND CERTIFICATION.
Status: in_force

54-2622A. Inspections of modular buildings — When authorized — Approval and certification. Notwithstanding the exception provided in subsection (1)(h) of section 54-2602, Idaho Code, the administrator of the division of occupational and professional licenses may make plumbing inspections of any modular building upon written request from the manufacturer.

(1) Inspections shall be made in accordance with the codes adopted in this chapter.

(2) Inspection fees shall be as provided in section 39-4303, Idaho Code.

(3) The administrator may issue inspection tags for inspections if the buildings are in compliance with the codes adopted in this chapter.

History:

[54-2622A, added 2004, ch. 250, sec. 9, p. 722; am. 2007, ch. 197, sec. 5, p. 601; am. 2007, ch. 252, sec. 10, p. 747; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 57, p. 108.]
Idaho Code § 54-4812 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 48 / Section 54-4812
54-4812 STUDENT ATHLETE'S RIGHT TO CANCEL.
Status: in_force

54-4812. STUDENT ATHLETE'S RIGHT TO CANCEL. (1) A student athlete or, if the athlete is a minor, the parent or guardian of the athlete may cancel an agency contract by giving notice in a record of cancellation to the athlete agent not later than fourteen (14) days after the contract is signed.

(2) A student athlete or, if the athlete is a minor, the parent or guardian of the athlete may not waive the right to cancel an agency contract.

(3) If a student athlete, parent or guardian cancels an agency contract, the athlete, parent or guardian is not required to pay any consideration under the contract or return any consideration received from the athlete agent to influence the athlete to enter into the contract.

History:

[54-4812, added 2016, ch. 201, sec. 2, p. 570.]
Idaho Code § 54-2612 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 26 / Section 54-2612
54-2612 EXAMINATIONS — TIME AND PLACE — NOTIFICATION.
Status: in_force

54-2612. Examinations — Time and place — Notification. Times and places for examinations shall be determined by the board and all applicants shall be notified thereof.

History:

[(54-2612) 1957, ch. 214, sec. 17, p. 454; redesignated as sec. 54-2612, 1984, ch. 123, sec. 13, p. 288.]
Idaho Code § 54-1731B — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1731B
54-1731B DRUG OUTLETS WITH ALTERNATIVE DISPENSING MODELS.
Status: in_force

54-1731B. DRUG OUTLETS WITH ALTERNATIVE DISPENSIng MODELS. (1) A drug outlet that dispenses prescription drugs to human patients that does not have a pharmacist or other prescriber on site to supervise pharmacy operations shall:

(a) Maintain adequate video surveillance and retain a recording for a minimum of thirty (30) days. Provided, however, that self-service automated dispensing systems shall be excluded from the requirements of this paragraph;

(b) Use an audio communication system to counsel and interact with each patient or patient's caregiver; and

(c) Remain closed to the public if either of the systems required pursuant to paragraphs (a) or (b) of this subsection are not functioning properly.

(2) A drug outlet that stores drugs outside of a drug outlet for retrieval by a licensed health care professional shall comply with the following:

(a) Drugs shall remain under the control of, and be routinely monitored and inventoried by, the supervising drug outlet; and

(b) The storage area shall be appropriately equipped to ensure security and prevent diversion or tampering;

(3) Stocking and replenishing of a drug outlet that stores drugs outside of a drug outlet for retrieval by a licensed health care professional may be performed by a pharmacist or prescriber or an appropriate support person if using an electronic verification system or a verification by two support persons.

History:

[54-1731B, added 2025, ch. 93, sec. 29, p. 430.]
Idaho Code § 54-1210 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 12 / Section 54-1210
54-1210 RECORDS AND REPORTS.
Status: in_force

54-1210. Records and reports. (1) The board shall keep a record of its proceedings and a record of all applications for licensure or certification, which record shall show: the name, date of birth and last known address of each applicant; the date of the application; the place of business of such applicant; his education, experience and other qualifications; type of examination required; whether or not the applicant was rejected; whether or not a certificate or license was granted; the dates of the action of the board; and any other information as may be deemed necessary by the board.

(2) The records of the board shall be prima facie evidence of the proceedings of the board set forth therein and the minutes thereof, duly certified by the secretary of the board under seal, shall be admissible in evidence with the same force and effect as if the original were produced.

(3) Board records and papers are subject to disclosure according to chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1210, added 1939, ch. 231, sec. 10, p. 516; am. 1957, ch. 234, sec. 6, p. 547; am. 1986, ch. 140, sec. 9, p. 382; am. 1990, ch. 213, sec. 76, p. 541; am. 1996, ch. 357, sec. 7, p. 1190; am. 2008, ch. 378, sec. 7, p. 1030; am. 2015, ch. 141, sec. 136, p. 481; am. 2021, ch. 174, sec. 1, p. 483.]
Idaho Code § 54-1134 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 11 / Section 54-1134
54-1134 PREARRANGEMENT TRUST FUND DEPOSITS.
Status: in_force

54-1134. Prearrangement trust fund deposits. (1) Within ten (10) business days of receipt, funds received by the certified seller in payments of the prepaid contract shall be deposited in trust as follows:

(a) Fifty percent (50%) of the amount received in payment for a marker, monument or secondary container shall be deposited with the trustee to be held in trust; provided however, the first fifty percent (50%) of the fifty percent (50%), or twenty-five percent (25%) of the total, may be collected, accounted for and applied to the certified seller's cost of purchase with the remainder to be deposited in trust. No amount need be held in trust for those items that are fully purchased by the certified seller and stored for the purchaser at the certified seller's expense in a bonded warehouse.

(b) Upon the sale of all other funeral or cemetery merchandise or services, there shall be deposited in trust the amount of eighty-five percent (85%) of the amounts received.

(2) Funds deposited in trust shall be identified in the records of the trustee by the name of the purchaser and beneficiary, and adequate records shall be maintained to allocate all earnings to each prearrangement sales contract. Nothing shall prevent the trustee from commingling the deposits in any such trust fund account for purposes of managing and investing the funds. A common trust fund account shall be identified by the name of the trustee.

(3) The certificating authority shall, as often as it deems reasonably necessary, examine the trust account, records, documents, and contracts. No less than annually, each certificating authority is required to file a certified audit report for each of its sellers, revealing the total amount of agreements or contracts executed by the seller during the preceding year, the total value of said contracts or agreements, the amount of money collected and paid in trust pursuant to said contracts or agreements, and the name of the trustee.

(4) The interest income from the trust on all contracts may be used to pay reasonable trustee fees and administrative expenses incurred in the administration of the trust and taxes. The certificating authority shall, by rule, establish a limit on the amount of fees and expenses that may be deducted from the interest income, and the trustee shall not exceed said limit.

(5) At the time of providing the services and/or merchandise, any interest income remaining after payment of trustee fees, administrative expenses and taxes shall be disbursed as follows:

(a) On a guaranteed-price prepaid contract, to the seller.

(b) On a nonguaranteed-price prepaid contract, to the purchaser or the purchaser's estate.

(6) Any certified seller engaging in prearrangement sales that enters into a combination sale that involves the sale of items subject to trust and any item not subject to trust shall be prohibited from increasing the sales price of those items not subject to trust with the purpose of allocating a lesser sales price to items that require a trust deposit.

History:

[54-1134, added 1989, ch. 138, sec. 2, p. 314; am. 2020, ch. 257, sec. 13, p. 751.]
Idaho Code § 54-1925 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 19 / Section 54-1925
54-1925 PUBLIC CONTRACTS BOND ACT — SHORT TITLE.
Status: in_force

54-1925. Public Contracts Bond Act — Short title. This act may be cited as the Public Contracts Bond Act.

History:

[54-1925, added 1965, ch. 28, sec. 1, p. 43.]
Idaho Code § 54-3909 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 39 / Section 54-3909
54-3909 ISSUANCE OF LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-3909. Issuance of licensure. (1) The board, based upon recommendation of the allied health advisory board, shall issue a license to any person who meets the requirements of this chapter upon receipt of an application and payment of the prescribed fees.

(2) The board, upon recommendation of the allied health advisory board, may refuse to issue or renew the license of an applicant who has been convicted of an offense or disciplined by an athletic trainer licensing body in a manner that bears, in the judgment of the board, a demonstrable relationship to the ability of the applicant to practice athletic training in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, or who has falsified an application for licensure, or the board may refuse any applicant for any cause described under section 54-3911, Idaho Code.

History:

[(54-3909) 54-3910, added 1989, ch. 179, sec. 1, p. 444; am. & redesig. 2003, ch. 261, sec. 9, p. 690; am. 2024, ch. 61, sec. 16, p. 296.]
Idaho Code § 54-1731C — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1731C
54-1731C DRUG OUTLET RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-1731C. DRUG OUTLET RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS. (1) Unless otherwise provided for in this chapter, prescription records and any other records required by this chapter shall be maintained for at least three (3) years after the date of a transaction. Prescription records may be retained at a central location or may be stored and maintained electronically provided that such records remain legible. All records shall be produced within seventy-two (72) hours.

(2) Each drug outlet shall maintain a current, complete, and accurate record of each controlled substance manufactured, imported, received, ordered, sold, delivered, exported, dispensed, or otherwise disposed of by the registrant. Pursuant to the requirements of this subsection:

(a) A biennial inventory shall be conducted at each registered location not later than seven (7) days after the date of the most recent inventory in a form and manner that satisfies the inventory requirements of federal law; and

(b) Evidence of an amount of a controlled substance that differs from the amount reflected on a record or inventory shall create a rebuttable presumption that the registrant has failed to keep records or maintain inventories pursuant to the requirements of this chapter.

(3) Wholesalers and other entities engaged in wholesale drug distribution shall maintain inventories and records that include, at a minimum:

(a) The source of drugs, including the name and principal address of the seller or transferor, and the address of the location from which the drugs were shipped;

(b) The identity, quantity, and dates of receipt and distribution of drugs received and distributed or disposed of; and

(c) Controlled substance distribution invoices.

History:

[54-1731C, added 2025, ch. 93, sec. 30, p. 430.]
Idaho Code § 54-1916 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 19 / Section 54-1916
54-1916 JUDICIAL REVIEW — APPEALS PROCEDURE.
Status: in_force

54-1916. Judicial review — Appeals procedure. (1) The applicant, public entity, or licensee, as the case may be, shall have the right to judicial review of an action of the administrator refusing issuance of a license, or actions taken by the board pursuant to section 54-1914, Idaho Code, in accordance with the provisions of chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code.

(2) Appeals may be taken from the judgment of said district court to the supreme court of Idaho by either party in the same manner that appeals are taken and records prepared on appeal in civil actions.

(3) On any appeal to the district court by a licensee, the court may, in its discretion, upon the filing of a proper bond by the licensee in an amount to be fixed by the court, but not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000), guaranteeing the compliance by the licensee with specific conditions imposed upon him by the board's decision, if any, permit the licensee to continue to do business as a contractor pending entry of judgment by the district court.

(4) On any appeal to the district court by a public entity, the court may, in its discretion, suspend the action taken by the board pursuant to section 54-1914, Idaho Code, pending entry of judgment by the district court.

History:

[54-1916, added 1941, ch. 115, sec. 16, p. 212; am. 1993, ch. 216, sec. 73, p. 653; am. 1993, ch. 237, sec. 6, p. 823; am. 1999, ch. 201, sec. 19, p. 543; am. 2001, ch. 300, sec. 14, p. 1096; am. 2005, ch. 213, sec. 30, p. 664.]
Idaho Code § 54-1607 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 16 / Section 54-1607
54-1607 SUBJECT MATTER OF EXAMINATION.
Status: in_force

54-1607. SUBJECT MATTER OF EXAMINATION. (1) The board shall determine the subjects of examination for applicants for licensure as long-term care administrators.

(2) The scope, content, and format of such examination shall be the same for all candidates within each category of licensure. The examination shall include an assessment of the applicant's proficiency in the practice of long-term care administration and knowledge of applicable rules of health and safety within the state.

History:

[54-1607, added 2025, ch. 98, sec. 3, p. 535.]
Idaho Code § 54-3405A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 34 / Section 54-3405A
54-3405A QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-3405A. qualifications for licensure. Licensure as a "licensed clinical professional counselor" shall be restricted to persons who:

(1) Hold a valid licensed professional counselor license in good standing;

(2) Document two thousand (2,000) hours of direct client contact experience under supervision in no less than a two (2) year period as set forth in this chapter and the rules of the board;

(3) Successfully complete a written examination as approved by the board and defined in rules of the board; and

(4) Submit to a fingerprint-based criminal history background check in accordance with section 67-9411A, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-3405A, added 2012, ch. 68, sec. 6, p. 195; am. 2024, ch. 101, sec. 13, p. 458.]
Idaho Code § 54-902A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 9 / Section 54-902A
54-902A DEFINITION — PRACTICE OF DENTAL THERAPY.
Status: in_force

54-902A. DEFINITION — PRACTICE OF DENTAL THERAPY. The practice of dental therapy is the doing by one (1) person for a direct or indirect consideration of one (1) or more of the following with respect to the teeth or dental health of another person, namely, identifying oral and systemic conditions, performing dental prophylaxis, dispensing and administering nonnarcotic analgesics, anti-inflammatory and antibiotic medications as prescribed by a licensed dentist, applying preventive agents, preparation and placement of direct restorations in primary and permanent teeth, indirect and direct pulp capping on permanent teeth, indirect pulp capping on primary teeth, and such other dental services as specified by the supervising dentist and for which the dental therapist is trained unless prohibited by the board in its adopted rules. The board shall enter into negotiated rulemaking to establish the appropriate levels of supervision for each authorized service or procedure. Except as otherwise specified in this chapter, such services and procedures shall be limited to the discharge of official duties on behalf of the United States government, including through the United States public health service, the Indian health service, or tribal health programs contracted to perform services on behalf of the United States government in a practice setting within the exterior boundaries of a tribal reservation.

History:

[54-902A, added 2019, ch. 221, sec. 2, p. 670.]
Idaho Code § 54-2217 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 22 / Section 54-2217
54-2217 USE OF TITLES AND RESTRICTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-2217. Use of titles and restrictions. (1) A physical therapist may use the letters "PT" in connection with his or her name or place of business to denote licensure under this chapter.

(2) It is unlawful for any person, or for any business entity, its employees, agents or representatives to use in connection with his or her name, or the name of activity of the business, the words "physical therapy," "physical therapist," "physiotherapist," "registered physical therapist," or "licensed physical therapist," or the letters "PT," "LPT," "RPT," or any other words, abbreviations or insignia indicating or implying directly or indirectly that such person, business entity, its employees, agents or representatives are engaged in the practice of physical therapy, unless such services are provided by or under the direction of a physical therapist licensed in accordance with this chapter.

(3) A physical therapist assistant shall use the letters "PTA" in connection with his or her name to denote licensure under this chapter.

(4) It is unlawful for any person to use the title "physical therapist assistant," "licensed physical therapist assistant," or "registered physical therapist assistant," or the letters "PTA," "RPTA," or "LPTA," or any other words, abbreviations or insignia in connection with his or her name to indicate or imply, directly or indirectly, that he or she is a physical therapist assistant without being licensed in accordance with this chapter as a physical therapist assistant.

History:

[(54-2217) 54-2216, added 2001, ch. 197, sec. 2, p. 671; am. and redesig. 2006, ch. 116, sec. 14, p. 322.]
Idaho Code § 54-1737A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 17 / Section 54-1737A
54-1737A RESTRICTIONS ON TRANSACTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-1737A. RESTRICTIONS ON TRANSACTIONS. (1) A wholesale distributor shall not engage in the wholesale distribution of prescription drugs purchased from pharmacies or practitioners or from wholesale distributors that purchase them from pharmacies or practitioners.

(2) A manufacturer or wholesale distributor shall furnish prescription drugs only to a person licensed by the appropriate state licensing agency to manufacture, distribute, dispense, conduct research on, or independently administer such prescription drugs, unless exempted by law. A manufacturer or wholesale distributor shall furnish a scheduled controlled substance listed in section 37-2705, 37-2707, 37-2709, 37-2711, or 37-2713, Idaho Code, only to a person who has been issued a valid controlled substance registration by the United States drug enforcement administration and the Idaho board of pharmacy, unless exempted by state or federal law.

(3) Prescription drugs furnished by a manufacturer or wholesale distributor shall be delivered only to a principal place of business or a professional practice.

History:

[54-1737A, added 2021, ch. 54, sec. 27, p. 180.]
Idaho Code § 54-1921 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 19 / Section 54-1921
54-1921 OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES FUND — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS.
Status: in_force

54-1921. occupational licenses fund — RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS. All fees, charges, and fines received by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be deposited in the state treasury to the credit of the occupational licenses fund, and all costs and expenses incurred by the board under the provisions of this chapter shall be a charge against and paid from the fund for such purposes. The funds collected under this chapter shall be immediately available for the administration of this chapter, the provisions of any other law notwithstanding.

History:

[54-1921, added 2021, ch. 224, sec. 48, p. 676.]
Idaho Code § 54-4505 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 45 / Section 54-4505
54-4505 REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-4505. Requirements for licensure. (1) Any individual who wishes to become licensed as a construction manager shall make written application to the administrator on such forms or in such manner as the administrator may prescribe. Each applicant shall provide such proof as the administrator may require that he:

(a) Has a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering or construction management from a college or university that has an educational program in architecture, engineering or construction management, as the case may be, accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting organization and that he has a minimum of four (4) years' experience in managing construction projects; or

(b) Has a minimum of five (5) years' experience in managing construction projects.

(2) If the administrator finds that the applicant meets the requirements for licensure set forth in subsection (1) of this section, he shall administer an examination to the applicant, which examination shall be offered at least once each year. The examination shall test the applicant's knowledge and proficiency in construction management issues, including health, environmental and safety regulations, interpretation of construction contracts, financing, scheduling and project administration for construction projects. The administrator shall establish a fee for administering the examination to each applicant which must be paid before the applicant may sit for the examination.

(3) An applicant who demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of construction management by virtue of passing the examination shall, upon the payment of an appropriate fee, be issued a license authorizing that individual to provide construction management services.

History:

[54-4505, added 1998, ch. 410, sec. 1, p. 1268; am. 2017, ch. 122, sec. 3, p. 288.]
Idaho Code § 54-1004A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 10 / Section 54-1004A
54-1004A INSPECTIONS — TIMELINESS — REFUNDS.
Status: in_force

54-1004A. Inspections — timeliness — Refunds. (1) If an inspection requested by a permit holder is not performed within forty-eight (48) business hours, such permit holder shall be authorized to hire a third-party inspector to perform such inspection. The permit holder or third-party inspector shall notify the division or local government that such inspection is being completed by a third-party inspector. The permit holder shall provide a copy of the results of the completed inspection to the division or local government. A permit holder who obtains a third-party inspection under this section shall be refunded any fee, or portion thereof, that the permit holder paid to the division or local government for such inspection. If a local government contracts with and pays the division, county, or third party for an inspection that requires a refund pursuant to this section, the division, county, or third party shall be responsible for refunding the permit holder.

(2) The division or a local government shall refund ten percent (10%) of the fees, or the portion thereof, paid by a permit holder for an inspection if an inspector or electrical code administrator:

(a) Conducts an inspection on the work relating to the permit;

(b) Determines that the work has failed an inspection; and

(c) Fails to, within three (3) business days, provide the permit holder or his agent with a reason for the failure of such inspection pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

(3) A third-party inspector under this section shall meet the qualifications prescribed by section 54-1019, Idaho Code, and shall conduct the inspection in substantial accord with the applicable jurisdiction's standards provided by law, rule, or ordinance.

History:

[54-1004A, added 2026, ch. 232, sec. 1, p. 1011.]
Idaho Code § 54-3606 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 36 / Section 54-3606
54-3606 RESEARCH — INVESTIGATION.
Status: in_force

54-3606. Research — Investigation. The commission shall provide for and conduct comprehensive and extensive research, advertising and educational campaigns as the Idaho grape product sales and market conditions reasonably require. It will investigate and ascertain the needs of growers, conditions of the market and extent to which public convenience and necessity require research and advertising.

History:

[54-3606, added 1984, ch. 42, sec. 1, p. 70; am. 2012, ch. 30, sec. 3, p. 89.]
Idaho Code § 54-5512 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 55 / Section 54-5512
54-5512 SEVERABILITY.
Status: in_force

54-5512. severability. The provisions of this chapter are hereby declared to be severable and if any provision of this chapter or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance is declared invalid for any reason, such declaration shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this chapter.

History:

[54-5512, added 2024, ch. 59, sec. 2, p. 286.]
Idaho Code § 54-2053 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2053
54-2053 ADVERTISING.
Status: in_force

54-2053. Advertising. (1) Only licensees who are actively licensed in Idaho may be named by an Idaho broker in any type of advertising of Idaho real property, may advertise Idaho property in Idaho or may have a sign placed on Idaho property.

(2) All advertising of listed property shall clearly and conspicuously contain the broker's licensed business name. A new business name shall not be used or shown in advertising unless and until a proper notice of change in the business name has been approved by the commission.

(3) All advertising by licensed branch offices shall clearly and conspicuously contain the broker's licensed business name.

(4) No advertising shall provide any information to the public or to prospective customers or clients that is misleading in nature. Information is misleading if, when taken as a whole, there is a distinct probability that such information will deceive the persons whom it is intended to influence.

History:

[54-2053, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 941; am. 2017, ch. 125, sec. 1, p. 295.]
Idaho Code § 54-2015 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2015
54-2015 INDIVIDUALS ACTIVELY LICENSED IN ANOTHER STATE OR JURISDICTION SEEKING PRIMARY IDAHO LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-2015. Individuals actively licensed in another state or jurisdiction seeking primary Idaho licensure. (1) An individual who is currently and actively licensed as a real estate broker or salesperson in another state or jurisdiction at the time of application for a primary Idaho real estate license shall meet all qualifications listed in section 54-2012, Idaho Code, for the type of license sought, except that the applicant shall not be required to furnish proof of the educational prerequisites described in subsection (1)(h) of section 54-2012, Idaho Code; provided however, an individual applying to be licensed as a designated broker of a business entity or sole proprietorship, or as a branch office manager of a licensed branch office, shall comply with the requirements of section 54-2016, Idaho Code. In addition, such applicant shall provide a current, certified license history from the other licensing state or jurisdiction, which history shall indicate any disciplinary action taken against the applicant's license by the other licensing state or jurisdiction, and the status and standing of the applicant's license in the other state or jurisdiction.

(2) An individual who holds an active license in good standing in another state or jurisdiction may, upon written request to the commission, obtain a certificate of waiver of the national portion of the exam required for Idaho licensure. A request for waiver shall indicate the individual's mailing address to which the commission is to deliver the certificate of waiver. The certificate of waiver shall be submitted with the application for exam as provided in subsection (3) of section 54-2014, Idaho Code.

(3) An individual who is currently and actively licensed in another state or jurisdiction that administers a real estate exam may be issued a primary Idaho license without further exam or proof of educational prerequisites pursuant to written agreement between Idaho and the other state or jurisdiction, provided that such other state or jurisdiction allows the issuance of real estate licenses in substantially the same manner as set forth in this subsection; provided however, an individual applying to be licensed as a designated broker of a business entity or sole proprietorship, or as a branch office manager of a licensed branch office, shall comply with the requirements of section 54-2016, Idaho Code, notwithstanding the terms of the agreement.

History:

[54-2015, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 919; am. 2001, ch. 123, sec. 4, p. 424; am. 2002, ch. 220, sec. 3, p. 611; am. 2003, ch. 66, sec. 2, p. 223; am. 2005, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 329; am. 2006, ch. 166, sec. 3, p. 505; am. 2010, ch. 212, sec. 2, p. 459.]
Idaho Code § 54-2918 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2918
54-2918 LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL EQUIVALENCY.
Status: in_force

54-2918. license by endorsement and educational equivalency. (1)

The board may issue a license by endorsement. An applicant for licensure by endorsement shall substantiate to the board that the applicant holds a current, active and unrestricted equivalent license in another state or United States territory. The applicant shall apply for a license by endorsement on such forms, pay such fees and satisfy such other requirements as may be provided by board rule.

(2) For applicants who received their professional education outside of the United States, the board may deem such education acceptable, provided that the board is satisfied, and the applicant provides documentation acceptable to the board, that equivalent education requirements have been met. The board, in its discretion, may require by rule that applicants who received their professional education outside of the United States provide additional information to the board concerning such professional education. The board may also, in its discretion, require successful completion of additional coursework before proceeding with the application process.

History:

[54-2918, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 862; am. 2011, ch. 76, sec. 1, p. 161.]
Idaho Code § 54-5707 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 57 / Section 54-5707
54-5707 PRESCRIPTIONS.
Status: in_force

54-5707. prescriptions. (1) A provider with an established provider-patient relationship, including a relationship established pursuant to section 54-5705, Idaho Code, may issue prescription drug orders and prescription medical device orders via virtual care within the scope of the provider's license and according to any applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including the Idaho community standard of care. However, the prescription drug shall not be a controlled substance unless prescribed in compliance with 21 U.S.C. A prescription drug order and prescription medical device order must be issued for a legitimate medical purpose by a provider acting in a manner consistent with the provider's scope of practice.

(2) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to expand or restrict the prescriptive authority of any provider beyond what is authorized by the applicable licensing boards.

History:

[(54-5707) 54-5607, added 2015, ch. 121, sec. 1, p. 309; am. and redesig. 2016, ch. 47, sec. 32, p. 123; am. 2017, ch. 242, sec. 3, p. 600; am. 2021, ch. 55, sec. 1, p. 183; am. 2023, ch. 102, sec. 12, p. 305.]
Idaho Code § 54-1842 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1842
54-1842 INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT.
Status: in_force

54-1842. interstate medical licensure compact. The interstate medical licensure compact is hereby enacted into law and entered into with all other jurisdictions legally joining therein, in the form substantially as follows in sections 54-1843 through 54-1866, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1842, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 248.]
Idaho Code § 54-1845 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1845
54-1845 ELIGIBILITY.
Status: in_force

54-1845. eligibility. (1) A physician must meet the eligibility requirements as defined in section 54-1844(11), Idaho Code, to receive an expedited license under the terms and provisions of the compact.

(2) A physician who does not meet the requirements of section 54-1844(11), Idaho Code, may obtain a license to practice medicine in a member state if the individual complies with all laws and requirements, other than the compact, relating to the issuance of a license to practice medicine in that state.

History:

[54-1845, added 2015, ch. 105, sec. 1, p. 250.]
Idaho Code § 54-707 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 7 / Section 54-707
54-707 POWERS AND DUTIES.
Status: in_force

54-707. Powers and duties. The board shall have the authority to:

(1) Establish rules, subject to legislative approval, for the administration of the provisions of this chapter;

(2) Review investigations and examinations;

(3) Perform such other duties as set forth in the laws of this state;

(4) Provide such other services and perform such other functions as are necessary to fulfill its responsibilities; and

(5) Adopt a rule requiring continuing education as a condition of continued licensure or continued certification in clinical nutrition.

History:

[54-707, added 1980, ch. 334, sec. 2, p. 865; am. 1991, ch. 141, sec. 1, p. 333; am. 1993, ch. 216, sec. 56, p. 641; am. 2017, ch. 190, sec. 4, p. 434; am. 2019, ch. 79, sec. 1, p. 184; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 3, p. 930.]
Idaho Code § 54-710 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 7 / Section 54-710
54-710 LICENSURE BY ENDORSEMENT.
Status: in_force

54-710. Licensure by endorsement. Any person seeking to be licensed to practice chiropractic in this state who is licensed to practice chiropractic in another state must successfully complete the following requirements before a license to practice chiropractic will be issued.

(1) Each applicant must submit the fee set by board rules and a completed application to the board on forms furnished by the board that require proof of graduation from an acceptable school of chiropractic and that contains proof that the applicant has for five (5) consecutive years immediately prior to application practiced chiropractic and holds a valid, unrevoked, unsuspended license to practice chiropractic in a state, territory or district of the United States or Canada, and a national board of chiropractic examiner's certificate.

(2) Each applicant must demonstrate that he possesses the requisite qualifications to provide the same standard of chiropractic care as provided by physicians in this state. The board may require further examination to establish such qualifications.

History:

[54-710, added 1980, ch. 334, sec. 2, p. 868; am. 1987, ch. 144, sec. 2, p. 288; am. 2003, ch. 277, sec. 4, p. 745; am. 2017, ch. 26, sec. 4, p. 49.]
Idaho Code § 54-905 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 9 / Section 54-905
54-905 UNLAWFUL PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY.
Status: in_force

54-905. Unlawful practice of dentistry. (1) Any person who shall practice, or shall in any manner hold himself out to any other person, or to the public, as qualified or licensed to practice dentistry, or who represents himself to be a dentist, within the state of Idaho, without at the time thereof being a dentist, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) nor more than three thousand dollars ($3,000), or be imprisoned in the county jail for not less than thirty (30) days nor more than six (6) months, or both.

(2) Each act of practice, or holding out, or representation, shall constitute a separate offense. In addition, a person found guilty of violating the provisions of this section for commercial gain may be assessed a civil penalty by the court, commensurate with the gain realized by the defendant, of up to twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) for each violation of the provisions of this section. The civil penalty collected by the court shall be remitted to the general fund of the state.

History:

[54-905, added 1949, ch. 102, sec. 5, p. 177; am. 1981, ch. 215, sec. 3, p. 389; am.1987, ch. 30, sec. 5, p. 41; am. 1994, ch. 58, sec. 5, p. 102; am. 2003, ch. 190, sec. 1, p. 520; am. 2026, ch. 221, sec. 83, p. 967.]
Idaho Code § 54-2209 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 22 / Section 54-2209
54-2209 EXAMINATIONS.
Status: in_force

54-2209. Examinations. (1) The board shall authorize examinations and permit any applicant whose application for licensure has been accepted by the board to take the board approved examinations. The board shall determine the passing score for examinations. Examinations shall test for entry-level competence and requisite knowledge and skills in the technical application of physical therapy services.

(2) An applicant who fails an examination may retake an examination one (1) additional time without reapplication for licensure, provided that the second examination occurs within six (6) months from the notification of the first failure.

(3) The board shall have the authority to prescribe additional course work or clinical work for any applicant who has failed an examination two (2) or more times. An applicant applying for licensure who has failed any board authorized examination two (2) or more times shall reapply and demonstrate to the board's satisfaction evidence of successful completion of additional clinical training or coursework as determined by the board.

History:

[(54-2209) 54-2208, added 2001, ch. 197, sec. 2, p. 669; am. and redesig. 2006, ch. 116, sec. 6, p. 319.]
Idaho Code § 54-404 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 4 / Section 54-404
54-404 RECORDS — OATHS — COMPULSORY PROCESS.
Status: in_force

54-404. Records — Oaths — Compulsory process. The commission or its agent shall keep full and correct minutes of its transactions and proceedings, which shall at all times be open to public inspection. Any agent of the commission shall have the power to administer oaths in all matters pertaining to or concerning the proceedings of the official duties of the commission. The commission shall have power to summon witnesses to appear and testify on any matter deemed material to the proper discharge of its duties. Such summons shall be served in like manner as a subpoena issued out of the district court and shall be served by the sheriff of the proper county, and such service returned by him to the commission without compensation.

History:

[54-404, added 1992, ch. 229, sec. 2, p. 680; am. 2007, ch. 149, sec. 4, p. 448.]
Idaho Code § 54-5808 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 58 / Section 54-5808
54-5808 APPLICATIONS.
Status: in_force

54-5808. applications. Each applicant for a license, certificate or registration shall:

(1) Make application to the board on forms authorized and furnished by the board, such application to contain proof under oath by the applicant of the particular qualifications of the applicant;

(2) Pay to the board the required fee; and

(3) Provide documentation and information to establish that the applicant meets the requirements for the license, certificate or registration sought.

History:

[54-5808, added 2018, ch. 228, sec. 3, p. 526; am. 2020, ch. 182, sec. 6, p. 564.]
Idaho Code § 54-5020 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 50 / Section 54-5020
54-5020 REQUEST FOR INSPECTION — FEE FOR REINSPECTION.
Status: in_force

54-5020. Request for inspection — Fee for reinspection. (1) It shall be the duty of the permit holder to notify the division of occupational and professional licenses at least one (1) day prior to the desired inspection, Sundays and holidays excluded, that the project is ready for inspection. If a reinspection is required after the final inspection due to a failure to meet requirements of this chapter, a fee not to exceed the actual cost of reinspection shall be charged.

(2) Local governments that have adopted mechanical codes shall by ordinance establish times within which permit holders shall notify the authority of the desire for an inspection.

History:

[54-5020, added 2003, ch. 276, sec. 1, p. 740; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 70, p. 114.]
Idaho Code § 54-2915 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 29 / Section 54-2915
54-2915 QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE — SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT.
Status: in_force

54-2915. Qualifications for licensure — Speech-language pathologist assistant. (1) To be eligible for licensure as a speech-language pathologist assistant the applicant shall:

(a) File a written application with the board on forms prescribed and furnished by the board. A nonrefundable application fee shall accompany the completed written application. Such fees shall be established by the administrative rules of the board and shall be in such amounts as are reasonable and necessary for the proper execution and enforcement of this chapter;

(b) Provide documentation satisfactory to the board that the applicant possesses an associate's degree from a nationally accredited school of speech-language pathology assistant with a curriculum acceptable to the board;

(c) Pass an examination in speech-language pathology assistant approved by the board; and

(d) Have never had a license for speech-language pathology assistant revoked as part of disciplinary action from this or any other state and shall not be found by the board to have engaged in conduct prohibited by section 54-2923, Idaho Code, provided however, the board may take into consideration the rehabilitation of the applicant and other mitigating circumstances.

(2) The applicant shall disclose on his written application:

(a) Any criminal conviction or charge, other than minor traffic infractions, against the applicant;

(b) Any disciplinary action taken against the applicant by any professional regulatory agency, including any agency within the state or any other state; and

(c) Any denial of registration or licensure by any state or district regulatory body.

(3) The board may require an applicant to be personally interviewed by the board or a designated committee of the board. The interview shall be limited to a review of the applicant's qualifications and professional credentials.

History:

[54-2915, added 2005, ch. 277, sec. 2, p. 861.]
Idaho Code § 54-5009 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 50 / Section 54-5009
54-5009 CLASSIFICATION OF COMPETENCY.
Status: in_force

54-5009. Classification of competency. There shall be four (4) classifications of competency in the business, trade, practice or work of heating, ventilation and air conditioning as follows:

(1) An apprentice shall be any person who, as his principal occupation, is engaged in learning and assisting in the installation, improvement, extension and alteration or repair of HVAC systems. An apprentice shall not perform HVAC work except under the supervision of an HVAC journeyman or HVAC contractor. This classification applies to a specialty apprentice as defined in section 54-5003, Idaho Code.

(2) A journeyman shall be any person who, as his principal occupation, is engaged in the installation, improvement, extension and alteration or repair of HVAC systems and who is familiar with the provisions of this chapter and who works in the employ and under direction of an HVAC contractor and has successfully completed all trade required classes as directed by the board. This classification applies to a specialty journeyman as defined in section 54-5003, Idaho Code.

(3) A heating, ventilation and air conditioning contractor shall be any business, trade, partnership, company, firm or association engaged in, but not limited to, the business, trade, practice or work of installing, maintaining or repairing heating, ventilation or air conditioning appliances, or gas-fired equipment that requires special venting or gas supply piping systems or subsystems in the state of Idaho.

(4) A heating, ventilation and air conditioning specialty contractor shall be any person who, as his principal occupation, is engaged in a specific aspect of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning trade that includes, but is not limited to, such aspects as gas piping, gas appliances and installation, or decorative gas-fired appliances. A certificate of competency issued for the installation of hearth and barbecue products shall include the authority for all low voltage work necessary to complete the installations.

History:

[54-5009, added 2003, ch. 276, sec. 1, p. 737; am. 2004, ch. 308, sec. 5, p. 862.]
Idaho Code § 54-2068 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2068
54-2068 WITNESSES — DEPOSITIONS — FEES — SUBPOENAS.
Status: in_force

54-2068. Witnesses — Depositions — Fees — Subpoenas. (1) The commission, or any member thereof, the executive director of the commission, or such other person so designated by the commission by rule, shall have power to administer oaths, certify to all official acts, issue subpoenas for attendance of witnesses and the production of books and papers, take the testimony of any person by deposition in the manner prescribed for in the rules of procedure of the district court of this state, in civil cases, in any investigation or hearing in any part of the state.

(2) Each witness who appears pursuant to a subpoena shall receive for his attendance the fees and mileage allowed to a witness in civil cases in the district court. Witness fees shall be paid by the party at whose request the witness is subpoenaed.

(3) If a witness, who has not been required to attend at the request of any party, is subpoenaed by the commission or executive director, his fees and mileage shall be paid from funds appropriated for the use of the commission in the same manner as other expenses of the commission are paid.

History:

[54-2068, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 948.]
Idaho Code § 54-3609 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 36 / Section 54-3609
54-3609 STATE NOT LIABLE.
Status: in_force

54-3609. State not liable. The state of Idaho is not liable for the acts or omissions of the commission or any member thereof, or any officer, agent or employee thereof.

History:

[54-3609, added 1984, ch. 42, sec. 1, p. 71.]
Idaho Code § 54-5008 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 50 / Section 54-5008
54-5008 CERTIFICATE A PREREQUISITE.
Status: in_force

54-5008. Certificate a prerequisite. On and after July 1, 2004, it shall be unlawful for any person or firm, copartnership, association or corporation to engage in the business, trade, practice or work of heating, ventilation and air conditioning in this state unless such person or responsible person representing such firm, copartnership, association or corporation, has successfully passed an examination as provided herein and has been issued a state certificate of competency. Such certificate of competency shall not be transferable.

History:

[54-5008, added 2003, ch. 276, sec. 1, p. 737.]
Idaho Code § 54-3612 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 36 / Section 54-3612
54-3612 SEVERABILITY.
Status: in_force

54-3612. Severability. This act shall be liberally construed and if any part or portion thereof shall be declared invalid, or the application thereof to any person, circumstance or thing is declared invalid, the validity of the remainder of this act, and/or the application thereof to any person, circumstance or thing shall not be affected thereby, and it is the intention of the legislature to preserve any and all parts of this act if possible.

History:

[54-3612, added 1984, ch. 42, sec. 1, p. 71.]
Idaho Code § 54-1107 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 11 / Section 54-1107
54-1107 POWERS AND DUTIES OF DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR.
Status: in_force

54-1107. Powers and duties of division administrator. The division administrator of the division of occupational and professional licenses shall have the following powers and duties under this act:

(1) To determine and pass upon the qualifications of applicants for all licenses under this act.

(2) To issue all licenses provided for under the provisions of this act.

(3) To annually renew licenses under this act.

(4) To collect all fees prescribed and required pursuant to this section.

(5) To conduct hearings and proceedings for the suspension or revocation of licenses and to suspend or revoke any license for any of the causes hereinafter defined and set forth under this act; provided, however, that the division administrator shall not revoke or suspend any license without first receiving written findings and recommendations from the board of morticians.

(6)(a) To keep general books of record of all official acts, proceedings and transactions of the board while acting under this act, including the following:

(i) A cash book showing in detail all receipts and disbursements for the board received or expended under this act; and

(ii) A special register containing the names and addresses of all applicants, the date the application was received, the result of the examination, and whether the applicant received a license or was rejected, and a full statement of the reasons therefor.

(b) All books of record kept shall be prima facie evidence of all matters therein recorded, and shall be public records.

(7) To prescribe rules for the implementation and enforcement of the provisions of this act.

(8) To publish and distribute copies of this act and the rules issued by the board to applicants, licensees and the public.

(9) To perform all duties and exercise all powers granted under chapter 3, title 27, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1107, added 1970, ch. 70, sec. 7, p. 167; am. 1974, ch. 13, sec. 94, p. 138; am. 1996, ch. 174, sec. 8, p. 560; am. 2022, ch. 94, sec. 18, p. 296.]
Idaho Code § 54-2031 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2031
54-2031 WITHDRAWAL OF IDAHO CERTIFICATION FOR CAUSE — PROCESS.
Status: in_force

54-2031. Withdrawal of Idaho certification for cause — Process. The commission may withdraw a provider's certification at any time, for cause, including the violation of any provision of this chapter by the provider or those for whom the provider is responsible. Any withdrawal of certification shall be governed by the Idaho administrative procedure act, chapter 52, title 67, Idaho Code, the rules of practice and procedure of the Idaho real estate commission, this chapter and all laws of the state of Idaho.

History:

[54-2031, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 928.]
Idaho Code § 54-1606 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 16 / Section 54-1606
54-1606 QUALIFICATIONS FOR EXAMINATION FOR LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-1606. QUALIFICATIONS FOR EXAMINATION FOR LICENSE. (1) The board shall approve for the licensing examination any long-term care administrator candidate who:

(a) Submits the required application and pays a fee as determined by the board;

(b) Has not been convicted, found guilty, or received a withheld judgment or a suspended sentence in this state or any other state of a crime deemed relevant in accordance with section 67-9411(1), Idaho Code; and

(c) Meets the specific age, education, and experience requirements for the type of care facility as outlined in subsections (2) and (3) of this section.

(2)(a) For residential care facility administrators, the candidate must:

(i) Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age;

(ii) Submit evidence of successfully completing specialized courses or a program of study in residential care facility administration as approved by the board; and

(iii) Meet one (1) of the following combinations of education and experience:

1. A high school diploma or equivalent, including proof of graduation from a nonpublic school, and eight hundred (800) hours of on-site experience in a residential care facility under the supervision of a licensed administrator;

2. An associate degree from an accredited college or university and four hundred (400) hours of on-site experience in a residential care facility under the supervision of a licensed administrator; or

3. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two hundred (200) hours of on-site experience in a residential care facility under the supervision of a licensed administrator.

(b) Alternatively, a candidate who does not meet the education and experience requirements may submit evidence of satisfactory practical experience obtained in residential care facility administration or in a medical or health care facility as approved by the board.

(3)(a) For nursing home administrators, the candidate must:

(i) Be at least eighteen (18) years of age;

(ii) Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher learning or its equivalent; and

(iii) Complete an administrator-in-training program as described in section 54-1612, Idaho Code.

(b) Alternatively, a candidate who does not meet the educational requirements may submit evidence of obtaining two (2) years of satisfactory practical experience in management in a nursing home for each year of required post-high school education.

History:

[54-1606, added 2025, ch. 98, sec. 3, p. 534; am. 2026, ch. 135, sec. 5, p. 635.]
Idaho Code § 54-1116 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 11 / Section 54-1116
54-1116 DENIAL, SUSPENSION, OR REVOCATION OF LICENSES — GROUNDS — PROBATION.
Status: in_force

54-1116. Denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses — Grounds — Probation. The board may refuse to issue or may refuse to renew or may suspend or may revoke any license, or may place the holder thereof on a term of probation, after proper hearing, upon finding that the holder of such license committed or is subject to any of the following acts or omissions:

(1) Conviction of a crime that reflects upon the qualifications, functions, or duties of the respective license.

(2) Unprofessional conduct, which is hereby defined to include:

(a) Misrepresentation or fraud in the conduct of mortician or funeral director services;

(b) False or misleading advertising as the holder of a license for the practice of mortician or funeral director services; advertising or using the name of a person who is not an employee of the establishment in connection with that of any establishment;

(c) Solicitation of dead human bodies by the licensee, his agents, assistants or employees, whether such solicitation occurs before death or after death; provided, that this shall not be deemed to prohibit general advertising;

(d) Employment by the licensee of persons known as "cappers" or "steerers" or "solicitors," or other such persons, to solicit or obtain agreements with the public for the performance of mortician services;

(e) Employment, directly or indirectly, of any resident trainee, agent, assistant, employee, or other person, on part or full time, or on commission, for the purpose of calling upon individuals or institutions by whose influence dead human bodies may be turned over to a particular mortician, funeral director or establishment;

(f) The direct or indirect payment, or offer of payment, of a commission by the licensee, his agents, assistants, or employees for the purpose of securing business;

(g) Gross immorality;

(h) Aiding or abetting an unlicensed person to practice mortician or funeral director services;

(i) Using profane, indecent or obscene language in the presence of a dead human body, or within the immediate hearing of the family or relatives of a deceased whose body has not yet been interred or otherwise disposed of;

(j) Violation of any of the provisions of this chapter;

(k) Violation of any state law, municipal or county ordinance, or rule authorized under this chapter affecting the handling, custody, care, processing or transportation of dead human bodies;

(l) Fraud or misrepresentation in obtaining or renewing a license;

(m) Refusing to promptly surrender the custody of a dead human body upon the express order of the person lawfully entitled to the custody thereof;

(n) Solicitation or acceptance, directly or indirectly, of a request, before need, for an agreement to provide mortician services or funeral supplies at a price less than that offered by such person to others at time of need;

(o) Violation of any statutes of any state having to do with prearrangement or prefinancing of mortician services or funeral supplies; and

(p) Failing an inspection conducted by the board or the board's agent.

History:

[54-1116, added 1970, ch. 70, sec. 15, p. 167; am. 1974, ch. 13, sec. 102, p. 138; am. 1994, ch. 95, sec. 1, p. 218; am. 2003, ch. 257, sec. 12, p. 674; am. 2020, ch. 175, sec. 18, p. 521; am. 2020, ch. 257, sec. 6, p. 747; am. 2021, ch. 321, sec. 37, p. 980.]
Idaho Code § 54-5006 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 50 / Section 54-5006
54-5006 ADMINISTRATOR OF THE DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSES.
Status: in_force

54-5006. Administrator of the division of occupational and professional licenses. The administrator shall exercise such powers and duties as are reasonably necessary to enforce standards provided in this chapter, and he may, among other things:

(1) Serve as secretary to the Idaho heating, ventilation and air conditioning board.

(2) Appoint state mechanical inspectors who shall be authorized to enter and inspect by and through a properly identified person, at reasonable hours, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.

(3) Make HVAC inspections for another state or local jurisdiction upon request by an appropriate building official. Such inspections shall be made in accordance with the applicable HVAC codes of the requesting jurisdiction. Fees charged for such inspection services shall be as provided in the rules promulgated by the board.

(4) Notwithstanding the exception provided in section 54-5002(1)(e), Idaho Code, the administrator may make inspections of modular buildings constructed in Idaho upon written request from the manufacturer. Such inspections shall be made in accordance with the codes adopted in this chapter. Inspection fees for such inspections shall be as provided in section 39-4303, Idaho Code. The administrator may issue an insignia of approval if the buildings are in compliance with the requirements set forth in chapter 43, title 39, Idaho Code.

(5) Summon witnesses to appear and testify before him on any matter within the provisions of this chapter. No person shall be required to testify outside the county wherein he resides or where his principal place of business is located. Such summons to testify shall be issued and served in like manner as a subpoena to witness issued from the district court, or in other manner consistent with procedure of the division of occupational and professional licenses. In case any witness shall fail or refuse to appear and testify upon being summoned as herein provided, the clerk of the district court of the county shall, upon demand by said administrator or his designated agent, issue a subpoena reciting the demand therefor and summoning the witness to appear and testify at a time and place fixed. Violation of such subpoena or disobedience thereto shall be deemed and punished as a violation of any other subpoena issued from the district court.

(6) Administer oaths and take affirmations of witnesses appearing before him or a duly appointed hearing officer; and have the power to appoint competent persons to issue subpoenas, administer oaths and take testimony.

(7) Impose civil penalties as provided in this chapter and rules of the board.

History:

[54-5006, added 2003, ch. 276, sec. 1, p. 736; am. 2004, ch. 308, sec. 3, p. 861; am. 2005, ch. 54, sec. 2, p. 208; am. 2007, ch. 252, sec. 12, p. 747; am. 2018, ch. 199, sec. 4, p. 450; am. 2023, ch. 15, sec. 65, p. 111.]
Idaho Code § 54-4130 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 41 / Section 54-4130
54-4130 APPRAISER COMPENSATION.
Status: in_force

54-4130. appraiser compensation. Except in cases of breach of contract or substandard performance of services, an appraisal management company shall pay an appraiser for the completion of an appraisal or valuation assignment not later than forty-five (45) days after the date the appraiser provides the completed appraisal or valuation assignment to the company or its assignee unless otherwise agreed to by the parties. An appraiser with an adjudicated claim for fees unpaid for more than forty-five (45) days may assert a claim against the bond or letter of credit required in section 54-4124, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-4130, added 2016, ch. 131, sec. 1, p. 393.]
Idaho Code § 54-315 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 3 / Section 54-315
54-315 CERTAIN ACTS A MISDEMEANOR.
Status: in_force

54-315. certain acts a misdemeanor. (1) The following acts shall be unlawful and punishable as a misdemeanor:

(a) Practicing or offering to engage in the practice of architecture, as defined in this chapter, without having at the time of so doing a valid, unexpired, unrevoked and unsuspended license issued under this chapter;

(b) Aiding and abetting the unlicensed practice of architecture in this state; and

(c) Representing oneself to be an architect or implying that he is an architect, as defined in this chapter, through the use of the word architect, architecture, architectural or similar terms, without having at the time of so doing a valid architect's license issued under this chapter.

(2) The provisions of this section do not apply to:

(a) Persons who use the term "landscape architect"; or

(b) Persons previously licensed as an architect in good standing in this or in any other state, territory, country or jurisdiction whose license has lapsed based upon retirement, for the purpose of identifying the person's profession but not for the purpose of practicing architecture.

History:

[54-315, added 2018, ch. 129, sec. 2, p. 277.]
Idaho Code § 54-311 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 3 / Section 54-311
54-311 TEMPORARY LICENSE.
Status: in_force

54-311. temporary license. (1) The board may grant a temporary license to any person who, for the purpose of offering to render architectural services and for that purpose only, has submitted to the board a complete application for an architect's license under this chapter and who, at the time of application, holds a valid and current license in good standing as an architect issued by the authorized regulatory entity of another state, territory or jurisdiction of the United States.

(2) A temporary license is valid for six (6) months from the date it is issued. A temporary license is nonrenewable and shall expire automatically upon issuance of a full initial license.

History:

[54-311, added 2018, ch. 129, sec. 2, p. 275.]
Idaho Code § 54-1926A — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 19 / Section 54-1926A
54-1926A USE OF GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS INSTEAD OF SURETY BONDS.
Status: in_force

54-1926A. Use of government obligations instead of surety bonds. (a) If a person is required under a law of the state of Idaho to give a surety bond, the person may give a government obligation, as defined in subsection (2)(h) of section 54-1901, Idaho Code. The government obligation shall:

(1) Be given to the official having authority to approve the surety bond, or its authorized custodian;

(2) Be in an amount equal at fair market value to the penal sum of the required surety bond; and

(3) Authorize the official receiving the obligation to collect or sell the obligation if the person defaults on a required condition.

(b) (1) An official receiving a government obligation under subsection (a) of this section may deposit it with:

1. The state treasurer;

2. A national or state chartered bank; or

3. A depository designated by the state treasurer.

(2) The state treasurer, bank, or depository shall issue a safekeeping receipt that describes the obligation deposited.

(c) Using a government obligation instead of a surety bond for security is the same as using:

(1) A corporate surety bond;

(2) A certified check;

(3) A bank draft;

(4) A post office money order; or

(5) Cash.

(d) When security is no longer required, a government obligation given instead of a surety bond shall be returned to the person giving the obligation. If a person supplying labor or material to a contractor defaulting under the public contracts bond act, sections 54-1925 through 54-1930, Idaho Code, files with the contracting body the application and affidavit provided under section 54-1927, Idaho Code, the contracting body:

(1) May return to the contractor the government obligation given as security or proceeds of the government obligation given under the public contracts bond act, sections 54-1925 through 54-1930, Idaho Code, only after the ninety (90) day period for bringing a civil action under section 54-1927, Idaho Code;

(2) Shall hold the government obligation or the proceeds subject to the order of the court having jurisdiction of the action if a civil action is brought in the ninety (90) day period.

(e) The provisions of this section do not affect the:

(1) Priority of a claim of the contracting body against a government obligation given under this section;

(2) Right or remedy of the contracting body for default on an obligation provided under this section;

(3) Authority of a court over a government obligation given as security in a civil action; and

(4) Authority of an official of the state of Idaho authorized by another law to receive a government obligation as security.

(f) To avoid frequent substitution of government obligations, the state treasurer may promulgate rules limiting the effect of the provisions of this section, to a government obligation maturing more than one (1) year after the date the obligation is given as security.

History:

[54-1926A, added 1986, ch. 67, sec. 3, p. 192; am. 1992, ch. 17, sec. 1, p. 50; am. 2005, ch. 213, sec. 32, p. 665.]
Idaho Code § 54-5019 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 50 / Section 54-5019
54-5019 APPROVAL AND CERTIFICATION OF INSPECTION.
Status: in_force

54-5019. Approval and certification of inspection. The inspector shall either approve the portion of the work completed at the time of inspection, or shall notify the permit holder of a failure to comply with the provisions of this chapter or rules as promulgated by the board. When final inspection has been made and the work is approved, the inspector shall certify to the permit holder by securely attaching an inspector's tag to the equipment stating completion of the final inspection.

History:

[54-5019, added 2003, ch. 276, sec. 1, p. 740.]
Idaho Code § 54-2040 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 20 / Section 54-2040
54-2040 MAIN OFFICE OR BUSINESS LOCATION.
Status: in_force

54-2040. Main office or business location. (1) Definite location required. Each individual licensed as a designated real estate broker under the provisions of this chapter shall be required to have and maintain a definite, physical place of business, which place shall serve as his main office for the transaction of business and be regarded for the intent and purpose of this chapter as his principal place of business. Notice in writing shall be given to the commission of any change by the broker of the business name, location, or mailing address. No other location may be used as a main office location until proper notice is acknowledged by the commission. A change of business name or location without notification to the commission shall automatically inactivate the license previously issued. The broker shall also notify the commission in writing of any change in the business telephone number. A designated broker is not required to obtain, display or possess a physical license certificate as evidence of the business's licensure; however, the commission may make license certificates available for a fee as authorized by this chapter. The broker shall not display or otherwise make available to the public any license certificate bearing a former business name or former location.

(2) Broker for more than one business. A qualified individual may be the designated broker for more than one (1) licensed real estate business entity only if all licensed businesses operate their main offices at the same physical location.

(3) Brokers sharing same business location. More than one (1) individually licensed broker may operate an office at the same address only if each broker operates under a business name which clearly identifies the broker as an individual within the group of brokers, and each broker shall maintain his or her records and trust accounts separate from all other brokers.

(4) Business name. A broker shall not conduct business under any name other than the one in which the license is issued.

(5) Lending license prohibited. A broker shall not lend or permit the use of the broker's license, whether for compensation or not, to enable anyone licensed or unlicensed to, in fact, establish or carry on a business for which a real estate broker's license is required, wherein the broker does not actively manage and have full control. In like manner, a salesperson shall not use another person's broker's license, whether for compensation or not, to establish or carry on a business for which a broker's license is required, nor to manage and control the office, except as allowed by section 54-2016(4), Idaho Code.

History:

[54-2040, added 2000, ch. 285, sec. 3, p. 932; am. 2001, ch. 123, sec. 15, p. 435; am. 2002, ch. 220, sec. 8, p. 616; am. 2007, ch. 98, sec. 8, p. 296; am. 2020, ch. 106, sec. 3, p. 288.]
Idaho Code § 54-5209 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 52 / Section 54-5209
54-5209 BUILDING PERMITS AND CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION NUMBER — POSTING AT SITE.
Status: in_force

54-5209. Building permits and contractor registration number — Posting at site. (1) On and after January 1, 2006, no building inspector or such other authority of any county, municipality or district charged with the duty of issuing building permits or other permits for construction of any type shall issue any permit without first requesting presentment of an Idaho contractor's registration number. Such registration number presented shall be conspicuously entered on the face of a permit so issued; provided however, a permit may be issued to a person otherwise exempt from the provisions of this chapter provided such permit shall conspicuously contain the phrase "no contractor registration provided" on the face of such permit. No authority charged with the duty of issuing such permit shall be required to verify that the person applying for such permit is exempt as provided in this chapter.

(2) All building permits or other permits for construction of any type shall be posted at the construction site in such a manner that the conspicuous statements set forth in subsection (1) of this section are visible.

(3) No person engaged in construction activities who is otherwise exempt as set forth in section 54-5205, Idaho Code, shall be required to have a contractor registration number.

History:

[54-5209, added 2005, ch. 153, sec. 1, p. 476.]
Idaho Code § 54-5208 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 52 / Section 54-5208
54-5208 DENIAL OF LIEN RIGHTS.
Status: in_force

54-5208. Denial of lien rights. A contractor who is not registered as set forth in this chapter, unless otherwise exempt, shall be denied and shall be deemed to have conclusively waived any right to place a lien upon real property as provided for in chapter 5, title 45, Idaho Code. This section shall not operate as a denial of lien rights for any subcontractor or independent contractor who is duly registered in accordance with this chapter and who is performing services at the direction of another contractor, nor shall it operate as a denial of lien rights for any employee of any contractor who is not duly registered, or for any supplier of materials to such unregistered contractor, so long as such subcontractor, independent contractor, employee or supplier did not have actual knowledge that such contractor was not duly registered, or who reasonably believed that such contractor was duly registered.

History:

[54-5208, added 2005, ch. 153, sec. 1, p. 476.]
Idaho Code § 54-5107 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 51 / Section 54-5107
54-5107 ENDORSEMENT.
Status: in_force

54-5107. endorsement. Upon recommendation of the allied health advisory board, or upon its own motion, the board may waive the examination, education, or experience requirements and grant a license by endorsement to any applicant who:

(1) Presents proof of a current license in good standing to engage in the practice of naturopathic medicine in another state or the District of Columbia that requires standards for licensure considered by the board to be equivalent to the requirements for licensure pursuant to this chapter; and

(2) Does not have any disciplinary action, whether past, pending, public or confidential, by any licensing board, licensing authority, professional association, hospital, or institution in any state or district. The standards for licensure of applicants who are licensed in another jurisdiction shall not be less than the qualifications for licensure in this chapter.

History:

[54-5107, added 2019, ch. 208, sec. 1, p. 637; am. 2024, ch. 61, sec. 37, p. 304.]
Idaho Code § 54-4709 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 47 / Section 54-4709
54-4709 ENDORSEMENT LICENSURE.
Status: in_force

54-4709. Endorsement licensure. An applicant who proves to the satisfaction of the board that he is licensed or registered under the laws of another state, territory, or jurisdiction of the United States that, in the opinion of the board, imposes substantially equivalent licensing requirements as this chapter may, upon the payment of the required fee and the approval of the application, be licensed by endorsement pursuant to this chapter.

History:

[54-4709, added 2020, ch. 53, sec. 2, p. 133.]
Idaho Code § 54-3214 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 32 / Section 54-3214
54-3214 LICENSE REQUIRED — REPRESENTATION TO PUBLIC.
Status: in_force

54-3214. License required — Representation to public. (1) No person may engage in the practice of social work unless that person is licensed under this chapter or is a student under the supervision of a person who is licensed under this chapter.

(2) No person shall be represented as a social worker by the use of titles "social worker," "bachelor social worker," "master social worker," "clinical social worker," "social caseworker," "social service worker," "social service director" or any other title or similar designation that includes such words or by adding the letters "LCSW," "SW," "LSW," "LBSW," or "LMSW" unless licensed under the provisions of this chapter.

(3) Nothing within this chapter shall be construed to prevent any person from doing work within the standards and ethics of their respective professions or calling, provided they do not hold themselves out to the public by title or description of service as being engaged in social work practice.

History:

[54-3214, added 1976, ch. 213, sec. 1, p. 781; am. 2002, ch. 85, sec. 11, p. 195; am. 2019, ch. 78, sec. 4, p. 183.]
Idaho Code § 54-5703 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 57 / Section 54-5703
54-5703 DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

54-5703. definitions. As used in this chapter:

(1) "Health care services" means:

(a) The assessment, diagnosis, consultation, treatment, and remote monitoring of a patient;

(b) Transfer of medical data;

(c) Patient and professional health-related education;

(d) Public health services; and

(e) Health administration.

(2) "Provider" means any health care provider who is licensed or required to be licensed under this title or, if located outside of Idaho, would be required to be licensed under this title for the purposes of diagnosing or treating physical or behavioral health conditions.

(3) "Provider group" means any group of licensed providers who have access to shared patient medical records and are organized to provide team-based or multidisciplinary care to patients.

(4) "Static online questionnaire" means a questionnaire provided to a patient to which the patient responds with a static set of answers.

(5) "Virtual care" means technology-enabled health care services in which the patient and provider are not in the same location. Virtual care is an umbrella term that encompasses terms associated with a wide variety of synchronous and asynchronous care delivery modalities enabled by technology, such as telemedicine, telehealth, m-health, e-consults, e-visits, video visits, remote patient monitoring, and similar technologies. Virtual care is considered to be rendered at the physical location of the patient.

History:

[54-5703, added 2023, ch. 102, sec. 7, p. 304.]
Idaho Code § 54-1103 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 11 / Section 54-1103
54-1103 PERSONS REQUIRED TO HAVE LICENSES.
Status: in_force

54-1103. Persons required to have licenses. (1) It shall be unlawful for any person to perform, offer to perform or hold himself out as performing mortician services or any of the acts of a mortician, unless he shall first obtain a mortician license or resident trainee license as provided in this chapter; and it shall be unlawful for a licensed resident trainee to perform mortician services or any of the acts of a mortician except under the personal supervision of a resident mortician licensed under this chapter.

(2) It shall be unlawful for any person to perform, offer to perform or hold himself out as performing funeral director services unless he has a funeral director license or resident trainee license as provided in this chapter.

(3) It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a funeral establishment or crematory without first obtaining the valid establishment licenses as provided in this chapter.

History:

[54-1103, added 1970, ch. 70, sec. 3, p. 167; am. 2003, ch. 257, sec. 2, p. 668.]
Idaho Code § 54-4707 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 47 / Section 54-4707
54-4707 REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION.
Status: in_force

54-4707. Requirements for certification. A person applying for a certification shall, in addition to paying all required fees, submit a written application provided by the board showing that such person has successfully passed an examination or other demonstration of proficiency as may be uniformly required by the board and:

(1) Has successfully completed the requirements for full membership in the American academy of medical acupuncture; or

(2) Has met each of the following education and experience requirements:

(a) Possesses from an accredited college or university a doctoral degree in chiropractic, dentistry, podiatric medicine, or naturopathic medicine;

(b) Has successfully completed an approved program consisting of a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of on-site didactic coursework in acupuncture taught by an NCCAOM certified acupuncturist who has been practicing acupuncture for at least five (5) years and is currently licensed, two hundred (200) hours of practice as a certified technician or as an acupuncture trainee over a one (1) year period and twenty-five (25) case studies; and

(c) Has successfully passed a blood-borne pathogen course and comprehensive examination concerning the practice of acupuncture approved by the board that incorporates clean needle techniques and OSHA procedures and requirements.

History:

[54-4707, added 1999, ch. 379, sec. 1, p. 1042; am. 2007, ch. 220, sec. 2, p. 662; am. 2011, ch. 75, sec. 3, p. 158.]
Idaho Code § 54-1812 — Idaho Code / Title 54 / Chapter 18 / Section 54-1812
54-1812 GRADUATES OF MEDICAL SCHOOLS LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA.
Status: in_force

54-1812. Graduates of medical schools located outside of the United States and Canada. (1) The board shall grant a three (3) year provisional license to international physicians who:

(a) Submit a completed written application to the board on forms furnished by the board, which shall include proof of:

(i) Graduation from an international medical program;

(ii) Post-graduate medical training; and

(iii) Practice in the international physician's home country or clinical experience required pursuant to section 54-1803(12)(d), Idaho Code;

(b) Have an offer for employment as a physician at any sponsoring entity that operates in the state of Idaho and employs a supervising physician who is:

(i) Licensed in Idaho and in good standing with the board;

(ii) A board-certified physician; and

(iii) Has institutional privileges;

(c) Report any past or pending disciplinary issues to the board and do not have disqualifying disciplinary issues as determined by the board; and

(d) Meet the qualifications described in this section.

(2) To be eligible for a provisional license, an international physician must be eligible to obtain federal immigration status that allows the international physician to practice as a physician in the United States. However, international physicians licensed pursuant to this section must obtain federal work authorization before commencing any work for the sponsoring entity.

(3) An international physician seeking a provisional license pursuant to this section must possess a passing score on the United States medical licensing examination (USMLE) 1 and 2. If an applicant fails to pass either step of the examination on two (2) separate occasions, the applicant may be required to be interviewed, evaluated, or examined by the board.

(4) The application shall require a fingerprint-based criminal history check as required by the administrator of the division of occupational and professional licenses.

(5) The board shall refuse to issue a license to an international physician if it finds that such applicant does not possess the requisite qualifications to provide the same standard of health care as provided by licensed physicians in this state.

(6) An international physician must notify the board of any changes in employment during the provisional licensure period. The board may suspend a provisional license granted pursuant to this section if the international physician is separated from a sponsoring entity during the provisional license period. However, the international physician shall get credit toward the provisional period for the time worked prior to separation.

(7) International physicians licensed pursuant to this section shall be subject to the disciplinary procedures of the board.

(8) At the conclusion of the three (3) year period, an international physician shall be eligible to apply for a full license pursuant to section 54-1810, Idaho Code, if:

(a) The international physician was employed and training for the full three (3) years;

(b) The supervising physician provides a letter of recommendation;

(c) The international physician is not the subject of an active investigation by the board; and

(d) The international physician has passed the USMLE 3 or equivalent exam as approved by the board.

(9) International physicians licensed pursuant to this section are subject to the provisions of section 54-1842, Idaho Code, for the purposes of the interstate medical licensure compact. The board may require additional information, as provided in this section, from any international physician from a member state seeking expedited licensure in Idaho under the interstate medical licensure compact pursuant to section 54-1845, Idaho Code.

History:

[54-1812, added 2024, ch. 216, sec. 5, p. 769.]