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2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §294. Nonresident licensure

§294. Nonresident licensure
1.  Nonresident license.
Every nonresident person desiring to do business as an auctioneer in this State shall obtain a license. The board may issue a license to any nonresident upon fulfillment of the same application requirements as those set forth for resident auctioneers. In addition, a nonresident applicant shall furnish the following:
A. A certificate of good standing from each jurisdiction where the applicant is licensed.   [RR 2021, c. 2, Pt. A, §114 (COR).]
B. [PL 2013, c. 217, Pt. K, §1 (RP).]
[RR 2021, c. 2, Pt. A, §114 (COR).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV). PL 2013, c. 217, Pt. K, §1 (AMD). RR 2021, c. 2, Pt. A, §114 (COR).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §294-A. Licensure by endorsement

§294-A. Licensure by endorsement
Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the board, in accordance with Title 10, section 8003‑H and any applicable rules adopted pursuant to that section, shall establish a process to issue a license by endorsement for each license authorized under this chapter that the board determines is appropriate for licensure by endorsement. An applicant may submit an application under the process established under this section or any other licensure process authorized in this chapter.   [PL 2021, c. 642, §7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2021, c. 642, §7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §295. Renewal

§295. Renewal
Licenses expire annually on March 31st or at a time the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation designates. The board may issue a renewal license in the absence of any reason or condition that might warrant the refusal of granting a license upon receipt of the written request of the applicant and the renewal fee as set under section 287‑A and upon the applicant presenting evidence of compliance with the requirements of section 292, subsection 5. A license may be renewed up to 90 calendar days after the date of its expiration upon payment of a late fee in addition to the renewal fee. Any applicant who submits an application for renewal more than 90 calendar days after the expiration date is subject to all requirements governing new applicants under this chapter.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. G, §9 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. G, §9 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §296. Inspection of license; ownership

§296. Inspection of license; ownership
Every auctioneer shall show that auctioneer's license at any time upon the request of a municipal law enforcement agency or officer or a municipal clerk or official in whose municipality the auctioneer is conducting an auction. The provisions for obtaining a state auctioneer's license do not prohibit any municipality from establishing its own permit requirements for an auction sale, provided no municipal permit is required for an auction that lasts less than 2 full consecutive days.   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
A municipal law enforcement agency or officer or a municipal clerk or official may require the auctioneer to state whether the merchandise is owned by another party and the name and address of that party.   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §297. Real estate brokerage

§297. Real estate brokerage
If an auctioneer engages in real estate brokerage, the auctioneer must be licensed under chapter 114, except that a real estate license is not required if the auctioneer is hired to call bids on real estate being sold at an auction and the auctioneer does not prepare contracts or otherwise control the actual sale or take custody of any part of the purchase price.   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §298. Contract required

§298. Contract required
1.  Contract required.
An auctioneer may not conduct an auction in this State without first having a written contract with the consignor of any property to be sold. The contract must contain the date of the contract and the name and license number of the auctioneer. The contract must contain the terms and conditions of the auction, including but not limited to:
A. The description of all items to be sold;   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
B. Whether the auction is with reserve or without reserve;   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
C. The payment schedule;   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
D. The commission rate; and   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
E. The statement of other charges, including a buyer's premium.   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §299. Conditions of auction sales

§299. Conditions of auction sales
Each auctioneer shall post for display and describe at the beginning of each auction the conditions of the auction sale. The conditions must indicate:   [PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
1.  Sold "as is."
Whether the property is sold "as is";
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
2.  Highest bidder acknowledged.
Whether the highest bidder at the completion of the sale will be acknowledged by the auctioneer;
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
3.  Reserve.
Whether the auction is with reserve or without reserve and the acceptable manner of bids;
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
4.  Absentee bids.
Whether absentee bids are allowed;
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
5.  Sales tax.
Sales tax requirements;
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
6.  Auctioneer or consignor bidding.
Whether or not the auctioneer or consignor reserves the right to bid;
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
7.  Uniform Commercial Code.
A statement that Title 11, section 2‑328 applies to this auction sale;
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
8.  Statement of buyer's premium.
A statement of the buyer's premium and any other charges to the bidders or any other persons in attendance; and
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
9.  Title and address.
The title and address of the board.
[PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 146, §5 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 5-B: AUCTIONEERS › Subchapter 3: LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS › 32 §299-A. Wine auctions

§299-A. Wine auctions
A person licensed under section 285 may not auction privately held wine without a permit issued by the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations according to Title 28‑A, section 1209.   [PL 2015, c. 366, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2015, c. 366, §2 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §301. Definitions (REPEALED)

§301. Definitions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1967, c. 137 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 373, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 841, §§7,8 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A122 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 700, §A133 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §302. Exemptions; exceptions (REPEALED)

§302. Exemptions; exceptions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 398, §3 (RPR). PL 1981, c. 493, §2 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 339, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A123 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 162, §1 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §303. Schools (REPEALED)

§303. Schools
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 38, §1 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 151, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 314, §1 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 303, §3 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 144, §1 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §4 (RPR). PL 1977, c. 694, §549 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §21 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §303-A. Instructors of barbering (REPEALED)

§303-A. Instructors of barbering
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 389, §10 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 797, §67 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A124 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 700, §A134 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §304. Penalties (REPEALED)

§304. Penalties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 373, §3 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §5 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 413, §22 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A125 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §305. Practicing in same shops (REPEALED)

§305. Practicing in same shops
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 398, §6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 395, §A126 (RPR). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF BARBERS › 32 §351. Board (REPEALED)

§351. Board
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 151, §3 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 277, §1 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 614, §1 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 303, §3 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 575, §8 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 771, §§334,335 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §7 (RPR). PL 1977, c. 604, §9 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §23 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 553, §46 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 812, §§196,197 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 785, §B130 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A127 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 503, §B123 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF BARBERS › 32 §352. Powers and duties (REPEALED)

§352. Powers and duties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 151, §4 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 303, §3 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 373, §4 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 293, §4 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §8 (RPR). PL 1977, c. 604, §10 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §§550-552 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 698, §154 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 339, §3 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §§24-27 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 553, §46 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 758, §4 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 841, §§9,10 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 748, §§35,36 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §§A128-A130 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 162, §2 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF BARBERS › 32 §353. Register (REPEALED)

§353. Register
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 841, §11 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF BARBERS › 32 §354. Disposition of fees (REPEALED)

§354. Disposition of fees
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 151, §5 (RPR). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §401. Registration and licenses (REPEALED)

§401. Registration and licenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 38, §2 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 151, §6 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 272, §1 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 373, §§5,6 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 116, §2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RPR). PL 1977, c. 564, §118K (AMD). PL 1979, c. 286 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 694, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 841, §§12,13 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 748, §37 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A132 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 700, §A135 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §401-A. Mobile barber shops (REPEALED)

§401-A. Mobile barber shops
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1979, c. 630 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §402. Qualifications; examination (REPEALED)

§402. Qualifications; examination
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 287 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 272, §1A (AMD). PL 1971, c. 314, §2 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 373, §§7,8 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 144, §§2,3 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RPR). PL 1979, c. 694, §3 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 841, §§14,15 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §§A133-A135 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 700, §§A136,137 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §403. Temporary permit (REPEALED)

§403. Temporary permit
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RPR). PL 1987, c. 395, §A136 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §404. Reciprocity with other states (REPEALED)

§404. Reciprocity with other states
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 151, §7 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RPR). PL 1983, c. 413, §28 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A137 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §404-A. Technicians (REPEALED)

§404-A. Technicians
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 272, §2 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §405. Apprentices (REPEALED)

§405. Apprentices
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 151, §8 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RPR). PL 1987, c. 395, §A138 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §406. Technicians (REPEALED)

§406. Technicians
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1967, c. 139 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 151, §9 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 231, §1 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 373, §9 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RPR). PL 1987, c. 395, §A139 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §407. Licenses; renewal (REPEALED)

§407. Licenses; renewal
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 303, §3 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (RPR). PL 1979, c. 694, §4 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §29 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 748, §§38,39 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A140 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §407-A. Fees (REPEALED)

§407-A. Fees
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 395, §A141 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 769, §A119 (RPR). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 7: BARBERS AND BARBERSHOPS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §408. Suspension, revocation and refusal to issue or to renew registration or license (REPEALED)

§408. Suspension, revocation and refusal to issue or to renew registration or license
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 398, §9 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 694, §553 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 413, §30 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 395, §A142 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 397, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §451. Definitions

§451. Definitions
1.  Chiropractic.
"Chiropractic" means the art and science of identification and correction of subluxation and the accompanying physiological or mechanical abnormalities. The term subluxation, as utilized within the chiropractic health care system, means a structural or functional impairment of an intact articular unit. "Chiropractic" includes chiropractic acupuncture. Chiropractic recognizes the inherent recuperative capability of the human body as it relates to the spinal column, musculo-skeletal and nervous system.
[PL 1999, c. 214, §1 (AMD).]
1-A.  Chiropractic acupuncture.
"Chiropractic acupuncture" means the insertion of acupuncture needles through the skin at specific points. It is a chiropractic methodology used for the correction of the soft tissue components contributing to subluxation and the accompanying physiological or mechanical abnormalities. Except as provided in section 502, chiropractic acupuncture may only be practiced by a licensee who has received a chiropractic acupuncture certification from the board.
[PL 1999, c. 214, §2 (NEW).]
2.  Chiropractic doctors.
"Chiropractic doctors" are health care providers functioning within their scope of practice as provided by this chapter.
[PL 1983, c. 113, §1 (NEW).]
2-A.  Chiropractic intern.
"Chiropractic intern" means a chiropractic student who has been issued a temporary license to provide chiropractic services under the provisions of subchapter 5.
[PL 2019, c. 187, §1 (NEW).]
3.  Chiropractic methodologies.
"Chiropractic methodologies" utilized for the identification or correction of subluxation and the accompanying physiological or mechanical abnormalities include diagnostic, therapeutic, adjustive or manipulative techniques utilized within the chiropractic profession, excluding prescriptive medication or surgery.
[PL 1983, c. 113, §1 (NEW).]
4.  Commissioner.
"Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation.
[PL 1989, c. 450, §8 (NEW).]
5.  Department.
"Department" means the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation.
[PL 1989, c. 450, §8 (NEW).]
6.  Board.
"Board" means the Board of Chiropractic Licensure.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 113, §1 (RPR). PL 1989, c. 450, §8 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 214, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §1 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 187, §1 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §452. Application of laws regarding reporting contagious diseases and deaths

§452. Application of laws regarding reporting contagious diseases and deaths
All laws and rules regulating the reporting of contagious diseases and deaths to the proper authorities and to which the licensed practitioner of medicine is subject apply equally to the practitioner of chiropractic.   [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §39 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 600, §A39 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §453. Legally licensed practitioners of other schools or professions not affected

§453. Legally licensed practitioners of other schools or professions not affected
This chapter may not be construed to: restrain or restrict legally licensed physicians, surgeons, dentists, osteopaths, physical therapists or nurses in the practice of their professions; apply to masseurs in their particular sphere of labor who publicly represent themselves as masseurs; apply to a commissioned medical officer in the United States Army or Public Health Service in the performance of duties; or prohibit gratuitous service or the rendering of assistance to emergency cases.   [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §40 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 178, §1 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A40 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §454. Practicing without license; fraudulent licenses

§454. Practicing without license; fraudulent licenses
An individual who practices or attempts to practice or use the science or system of chiropractic in treating diseases of the human body; an individual who buys, sells or fraudulently obtains a diploma, license or record to practice chiropractic, or who aids or abets in that selling or fraudulent obtaining; an individual who practices chiropractic, under cover of a diploma, license or record to practice chiropractic, illegally obtained, or signed or issued unlawfully or under fraudulent representations; or an individual who, after conviction of felony, practices chiropractic, or who uses any of the forms of letters, "Chiropractic," "Chiropractor," "Chiropractic Practitioner," "Doctor of Chiropractic," "D.C." or any other titles or letters, either alone or with qualifying words or phrases, under circumstances that induce the belief that the individual who uses those terms is engaged in the practice of chiropractic, without having complied with this chapter, is subject to the provisions of Title 10, section 8003‑C. This section may not be construed to prohibit a lawfully qualified chiropractor in any other state meeting with a licensed chiropractic practitioner in this State for consultation.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §2 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 392, §1 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A41 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §455. Review committee immunity

§455. Review committee immunity
Any member of a peer review committee of a state association composed of chiropractors licensed under this chapter, any staff member of such an association assisting a peer review committee and any witness or consultant appearing before or presenting information to the peer review committee is immune from civil liability for, without malice, undertaking or failing to undertake any act within the scope of the function of the committee.   [PL 1987, c. 646, §7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 646, §7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §501. Membership; qualifications; term; removal

§501. Membership; qualifications; term; removal
The Board of Chiropractic Licensure, as established by Title 5, section 12004‑A, subsection 8, consists of 7 individuals appointed by the Governor. These individuals must be residents of this State, 5 of whom must be licensed chiropractors and must be, at the time of their appointment, actively engaged in the practice of their profession for a period of at least 3 years in this State. Two members must be public members as defined in Title 5, section 12004‑A. Each appointment is for a period of 3 years. Appointments of members must comply with Title 10, section 8009. A member of the board may be removed from office for cause by the Governor.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §3 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 575, §9 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 771, §336 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 812, §198 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 503, §B124 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 392, §2 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A43 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 397, §26 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §502. Meetings; chair; powers and duties

§502. Meetings; chair; powers and duties
The board shall meet at least once a year to conduct its business and to elect a chair. Additional meetings must be held as necessary to conduct the business of the board and may be convened at the call of the chair or a majority of the board members. The board may make and adopt rules and a code of ethics consistent with law necessary for the enforcement of its authority, the performance of its duties and the governing of the practice of chiropractic, but a rule or code of ethics may not be made that is unreasonable or contravenes this chapter.   [PL 2013, c. 246, Pt. B, §5 (AMD).]
1.  Fraud.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §4 (RP).]
2.  Practice outside chiropractic.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §4 (RP).]
3.  Solicitation.
[PL 1977, c. 458, §1 (RP).]
4.  Advertising.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §4 (RP).]
5.  Fee splitting.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §4 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 405, §§2,3 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 575, §10 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 458, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 456, §A105 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 392, §3 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §§A44,45 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 214, §3 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 262, §A1 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §4 (RPR). PL 2013, c. 246, Pt. B, §5 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §502-A. Chiropractic acupuncture certification

§502-A. Chiropractic acupuncture certification
The board shall adopt rules, which are routine technical rules pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A, authorizing and governing the use of chiropractic acupuncture by certified licensees. The rules must set forth the requirements for chiropractic acupuncture certification, which must include, but are not limited to, a minimum number of classroom hours of education in acupuncture theory and techniques; a component of supervised clinical acupuncture training or documented clinical acupuncture experience for licensees practicing chiropractic acupuncture prior to April 30, 1999; and instruction in exposure control for blood-borne pathogens and registration as a biomedical waste generator pursuant to Title 38, section 1319‑O, subsection 3. A person applying for a chiropractic acupuncture certificate shall file an application together with the fee as set under section 558.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §5 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §503. Complaints; suspension or revocation of certificates (REPEALED)

§503. Complaints; suspension or revocation of certificates
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 303, §3 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 405, §4 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 663, §209 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 594, §1 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 378, §3 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §503-A. Disciplinary actions (REPEALED)

§503-A. Disciplinary actions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 378, §4 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 392, §4 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A46 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B59 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §6 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §503-B. Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action

§503-B. Denial or refusal to renew license; disciplinary action
In addition to the grounds enumerated in Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5‑A, paragraph A, the board may deny a license, refuse to renew a license or impose the disciplinary sanctions authorized by Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5‑A for:   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §7 (NEW).]
1.  Habitual substance use.
Habitual substance use that has resulted or is foreseeably likely to result in the applicant or licensee performing services in a manner that endangers the health or safety of patients;
[PL 2017, c. 407, Pt. A, §124 (AMD).]
2.  Mental or physical condition.
A professional diagnosis of a mental or physical condition that has resulted or may result in the applicant or licensee performing services in a manner that endangers the health or safety of patients;
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §7 (NEW).]
3.  False advertising.
Engaging in false, misleading or deceptive advertising;
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §7 (NEW).]
4.  Nonchiropractic practice.
Offering health services outside the field of chiropractic; or
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §7 (NEW).]
5.  Fee-splitting.
Splitting or dividing a fee with an individual who is not an associate licensed as a chiropractor.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §7 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. E, §1 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 407, Pt. A, §124 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §504. Annual reports (REPEALED)

§504. Annual reports
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 604, §11 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 748, §42 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §8 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §505. Liaison; limitations (REPEALED)

§505. Liaison; limitations
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 604, §12 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §9 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 2: BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE › 32 §506. License expiration (REPEALED)

§506. License expiration
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 604, §12 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 748, §42 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 450, §9 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 392, §5 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A47 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 397, §27 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 262, §A2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §551. Examination and licensure

§551. Examination and licensure
An individual, before engaging in the practice of chiropractic in this State, shall submit an application for a license to practice chiropractic together with the license fee as set under section 558. Each applicant must be at least 18 years of age and present proof of 2 years' satisfactory attendance at a college of liberal arts. A candidate for licensure shall present a transcript from an accredited college or university certifying that the candidate has completed 2 years of preprofessional work, 2 subjects of which must be English and biology, or otherwise satisfy the members of the board that the candidate has acquired sufficient prior academic education. The applicant shall present a diploma granted by a legally chartered chiropractic college, school or university in good standing and having the power to confer degrees in chiropractic, which diploma must show that it was granted on personal attendance of the applicant and completion of a course of 4 school years of not less than 8 months each and of a total of 4,400 60-minute school hours. If an applicant matriculated in a chiropractic college on or after January 1, 1984, the diploma must show that it was granted by a chiropractic college accredited by a chiropractic educational accrediting agency approved by the United States Department of Education or its successor agency or, if no accrediting agency exists, approved by the board, or the applicant must have evidence of having successfully passed a licensing procedure from another state having similar requirements. If an applicant matriculated in a chiropractic college before January 1, 1984, the diploma must show that it was granted by a chiropractic college accredited as set out in this section, or the applicant must present evidence of having become a diplomat of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners or of having successfully passed a licensing procedure from another state having similar requirements. Each applicant shall demonstrate trustworthiness and competence by such means as the board may require in its application form.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §10 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 433, §78 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 598, §68 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 405, §1 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 220, §1 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 176, §A10 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 74, §1 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 392, §7 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A48 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 262, §A3 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §10 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §552. Examination of applicants; subjects included; license

§552. Examination of applicants; subjects included; license
The applicant shall submit an application for examination together with the required examination fee as set under section 558. The examination must include the subjects of anatomy, physiology, symptomatology, hygiene, sanitation, chemistry, pathology, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, dietetics, bacteriology, chiropractic analysis, the principles and practice of chiropractic as taught in reputable chiropractic schools and colleges and any other subjects the board determines necessary. If the examination is passed in a manner satisfactory to the board, the board shall issue, upon payment of the required license fee as set under section 558, to the applicant a license granting that individual the right to practice chiropractic in this State.   [PL 2005, c. 262, Pt. A, §4 (AMD).]
The board may waive the examination requirements and grant a license to any applicant who presents proof of being licensed to practice in another jurisdiction of the United States or another country whose licensing requirements are considered by the board to be substantially equivalent to or higher than those set forth in this chapter, if no cause exists for denial of a license under section 503‑B or Title 10, section 8003, subsection 5‑A, paragraph A. The applicant shall pay the required license fee as set under section 558.   [PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. B, §6 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 220, §2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §554 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 378, §5 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 74, §2 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 392, §8 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A49 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 262, §A4 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. B, §6 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 642, §8 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §552-A. Licensure by endorsement

§552-A. Licensure by endorsement
Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the board, in accordance with Title 10, section 8003‑H and any applicable rules adopted pursuant to that section, shall establish a process to issue a license by endorsement for each license authorized under this chapter that the board determines is appropriate for licensure by endorsement. An applicant may submit an application under the process established under this section or any other licensure process authorized in this chapter.   [PL 2021, c. 642, §9 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2021, c. 642, §9 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §553. Fees; compensation and expenses (REPEALED)

§553. Fees; compensation and expenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 232 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 65, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 220, §3 (AMD). PL 1981, c. 19 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 812, §199 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 74, §3 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 392, §9 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §553-A. Licenses renewal procedure; continuing education

§553-A. Licenses renewal procedure; continuing education
1.  Renewal procedure.
A license expires on the date set by the commissioner pursuant to Title 10, section 8003, subsection 4 for the licensing period for which the license was issued. A renewal license must be issued for each ensuing licensing period in the absence of any reason or condition that might warrant the refusal to grant a license, upon receipt by the board of the written request of the applicant and the fee for the license as set under section 558 and upon the applicant's presenting evidence of compliance with the requirements of subsection 2. An expired license may be reissued up to 90 days after the date of expiration upon payment of a late fee as set under section 558 in addition to a renewal fee as set under section 558. An individual who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license expiration date is subject to all requirements governing new applicants under this chapter, including a renewal fee, late fee and additional late fee as set under section 558, except that the board may, in its discretion and giving due consideration to the protection of the public, waive examination if that renewal application is made within 2 years from the date of that expiration.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §11 (AMD).]
2.  Continuing education.
The board shall require applicants for license renewal to submit evidence of satisfactory completion of continuing education in accordance with rules adopted by the board.
[PL 1991, c. 392, §10 (NEW).]
3.  Fees.
[PL 2005, c. 262, Pt. A, §5 (RP).]
4.  Continuing education program approval.
Each application for approval of a continuing education program or course must be submitted according to rules adopted by board, together with a required fee as set under section 558.
[PL 2005, c. 262, Pt. A, §5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 392, §10 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 600, §A50 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 502, §H22 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 386, §E1 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 262, §A5 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §11 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 3: LICENSURE › 32 §554. Display of license; rights

§554. Display of license; rights
When the board grants to an individual the license mentioned in section 552, the license must designate the holder as a doctor of chiropractic or a chiropractor. The license entitles the individual to whom it is granted to practice chiropractic in this State in all of its branches of discipline, except obstetrics, so far as the same relates to parturition, the administering of drugs and the performance of surgical operations with the use of instruments, except as allowed by law. This section may not be construed to prohibit a legally licensed doctor of chiropractic in this State from practicing surgery after having passed a satisfactory examination before the State Board of Licensure in Medicine.   [PL 2009, c. 112, Pt. A, §3 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 113, §2 (RPR). PL 1991, c. 392, §11 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 600, §A51 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §12 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 112, Pt. A, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 4: CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANTS › 32 §555. Assistants

§555. Assistants
This chapter does not prohibit an individual from rendering ancillary diagnostic or therapeutic services as used in chiropractic practice, other than the adjustive or manipulative techniques, if those services are rendered under the supervision and control of a licensed chiropractor as long as that individual has successfully completed a training program recognized by the board. "Supervision and control" may not be construed as requiring the personal presence of the supervising and controlling chiropractor at the place where those services are rendered, unless physical presence is necessary to provide patient care of the same quality as provided by the chiropractor. This chapter does not prohibit a chiropractor from delegating to an employee certain activities relating to the care and treatment being performed by custom and usage when those activities are under the direct control of and in the presence of the chiropractor. The chiropractor delegating those activities to an employee, to a program graduate or to a participant in an approved training program is legally liable for those activities performed by such an individual and that individual is considered to be the chiropractor's agent.   [PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §52 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 884, §1 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 600, §A52 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 4: CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANTS › 32 §556. License

§556. License
An individual may not render ancillary services under section 555 until that individual has received a chiropractic assistant license or a temporary license issued by the board, either of which is renewable. The applicant must pay a license fee as set under section 558. The board shall adopt rules regarding the training and licensure of individuals permitted to render ancillary services under section 555.   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §13 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 884, §1 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 600, §A52 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 262, §A6 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §13 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 4: CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANTS › 32 §557. Termination of license

§557. Termination of license
The sanctions of sections 454 and 503‑B apply to individuals who render any ancillary services under section 555 and who:   [PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §14 (AMD).]
1.  Misrepresentation.
Profess to be or permit themselves to be represented as licensed chiropractors;
[PL 1991, c. 884, §1 (NEW).]
2.  Nonsupervision.
Perform other than at the direction and under the supervision of a chiropractor licensed by the board; or
[PL 1991, c. 884, §1 (NEW).]
3.  Inadequate training.
Perform a task that they have not been trained or are not clinically competent to perform.
[PL 1991, c. 884, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 884, §1 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §14 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 4: CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANTS › 32 §558. Fees

§558. Fees
The Director of the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation within the department may establish by rule fees for purposes authorized under this chapter in amounts that are reasonable and necessary for their respective purposes, except that the fee for any one purpose may not exceed $250 annually. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A.   [PL 2009, c. 241, Pt. B, §1 (AMD); PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 884, §1 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 600, §A52 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 502, §H23 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 262, §A7 (RPR). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. H, §15 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 241, Pt. B, §1 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 286, Pt. B, §5 (REV).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 5: CHIROPRACTIC INTERNS › 32 §561. License

§561. License
An individual may not provide chiropractic services as a chiropractic intern except as described under this subchapter.   [PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
1.  Application for licensure.
An applicant for a temporary license to practice chiropractic as a chiropractic intern pursuant to this subchapter shall complete an application on a form in accordance with section 558 and pay a fee established by the board. An applicant for a temporary license shall:
A. Identify the college or institution at which the applicant is a student sponsoring the applicant through a preceptorship arrangement;   [PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
B. Identify the licensed chiropractic doctor who will provide supervision to the applicant, who must possess a valid, unrestricted license to practice chiropractic in the State and be approved by the sponsoring college or institution under paragraph A;   [PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
C. Provide documentation that professional liability insurance in an amount satisfactory to the board provided by the sponsoring college or institution under paragraph A that covers the internship relationship is in effect; and   [PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
D. Attest to having fully read and understood the requirements of this chapter and all rules established by the board pertaining to the legal practice of chiropractic in the State and agree to practice within the confines of state law.   [PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
The board may issue a nonrenewable temporary license, not to exceed 6 months, to practice chiropractic to an applicant meeting all of the conditions of this subsection. The temporary license must describe the place or setting where chiropractic services are provided. An applicant failing to provide documentation of the requirements of this subsection may not be granted a temporary license by the board. The board may by rule establish other requirements for temporary licensure of chiropractic interns.
[PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 5: CHIROPRACTIC INTERNS › 32 §562. Supervision requirements

§562. Supervision requirements
1.  Supervision.
A chiropractic intern may not provide chiropractic services except under the supervision of the chiropractic doctor identified in section 561, subsection 1, paragraph B and with the written informed consent of the individual receiving chiropractic services. The chiropractic doctor shall be on the premises at all times and be readily available to instruct a chiropractic intern throughout the performance of the services the chiropractic intern is providing.
[PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
2.  Changes to supervision.
In the event the supervising chiropractic doctor under subsection 1 is unable to continue providing supervision to a chiropractic intern, the intern shall immediately cease to practice and provide notice to the board within 10 days and may not continue to practice chiropractic medicine until the board has approved the chiropractic intern to practice under the supervision of another licensed chiropractic doctor.
[PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 5: CHIROPRACTIC INTERNS › 32 §563. Title

§563. Title
A chiropractic intern may not use any title or initials other than the term "chiropractic intern" with respect to the provision of chiropractic services.   [PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 9: CHIROPRACTORS › Subchapter 5: CHIROPRACTIC INTERNS › 32 §564. Rulemaking

§564. Rulemaking
The board may establish rules to implement this subchapter. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A.   [PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2019, c. 187, §2 (NEW).