(a) (1) It is a Class C misdemeanor for any individual to:
(A) Practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics in this state unless he or she is licensed under this chapter;
(B) Hold himself or herself out as being able to practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics in this state;
(C) Dispense an orthosis, a prosthesis, or a pedorthic device unless he or she is licensed under this chapter;
(D) Represent himself or herself to the public by title or description of services that includes any of the following terms unless he or she is licensed under this chapter:
(i) "Orthotic", "orthotist", "brace", or a similar title or description of services;
(ii) "Pedorthic", "pedorthist", or a similar title or description of services; or
(iii) "Prosthetic", "prosthetist", "artificial limb", or a similar title or description of services;
(E) Practice orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics during the time his or her license is suspended; or
(F) Otherwise violate any provisions of this chapter or rules promulgated under this chapter.
(2) Each day an offense under this section continues is a separate offense.
(b) The Arkansas Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Advisory Board and the Department of Health shall assist the prosecuting attorney in the enforcement of this chapter.
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