California Chiropractic Jurisprudence
Exam VA
Chiropractic Initiative Act was initiated when?
Effective 12/21/1922
How many board members are there?
7
Who appoints board members?
The Governor
Who comprises the board?
2 public members.
5 chiros licensed for at least 5 yrs.
Consists of a chairman, secretary, vice chairman, and executive officer
How many votes to carry a motion?
four
How are board members paid?
per diem except executive officer who receives a salary and compensated for travel costs.
How long does a board member serve?
4 years
The Executive officer does what?
keeps track of proceedings and funds.
What are the Powers of the board?
Adoption of a seal
Regulation of educational requirements, license renewal, public protection,
,Examination of applicants
Suspension and revocation of licenses
Oaths and affidavits
requirements for chiropractic teachers.
Any person wishing to practice Chiropractic in this state shall make application to the board
_______ days prior to any meeting.
45 days
Educational Requirements to apply for license
Application 45 days before meeting
Proof of graduation from Chiropractic school 15 days prior to meeting
License fee not more than $100
Highschool transcript
60 pre-chiropractic college credits.
What is the Board of Examiners Location?
Sacramento
How many times per year does the board meet?
2
License is granted when what is met?
75% general average on board exam.
Not lower than 60% in more than two subjects.
75% score on practical
License to Practice Chiropractic Allows?
To practice "as taught" in chiropractic school
No use of any medicine or drug in the Materia Medica
, blind persons
Blind people can't be denied admission to Chiropractic school.
What are the potential consequences for violation of board regulations?
suspension, revocation, or probation
Potential causes for disciplinary actions
Fraud in applying for a license
Practicing under a false name
Impersonation of another practitioner
Guilty of a felony
Use of elicit drugs or alcohol while practicing
Claiming treatment can regulate menses or treat venereal disease or sexual disease
Board may reissue license after ____ years following revocation.
2 years
When does your license expire?
License expires at 12 midnight on the last day of your birth month.
How much is the renewal fee?
250 which must be paid within 60 days of the last day of birth month.
Can Chiropractors sign death certificates?
Yes and make death reports.
Impersonation of DC or other Doctor
Punishable by 100-750 dollar fine.
Misdemeanor.
County jail 6 months.
Chiropractic scope of practice
Manipulation of spine and connective tissue.
Exam VA
Chiropractic Initiative Act was initiated when?
Effective 12/21/1922
How many board members are there?
7
Who appoints board members?
The Governor
Who comprises the board?
2 public members.
5 chiros licensed for at least 5 yrs.
Consists of a chairman, secretary, vice chairman, and executive officer
How many votes to carry a motion?
four
How are board members paid?
per diem except executive officer who receives a salary and compensated for travel costs.
How long does a board member serve?
4 years
The Executive officer does what?
keeps track of proceedings and funds.
What are the Powers of the board?
Adoption of a seal
Regulation of educational requirements, license renewal, public protection,
,Examination of applicants
Suspension and revocation of licenses
Oaths and affidavits
requirements for chiropractic teachers.
Any person wishing to practice Chiropractic in this state shall make application to the board
_______ days prior to any meeting.
45 days
Educational Requirements to apply for license
Application 45 days before meeting
Proof of graduation from Chiropractic school 15 days prior to meeting
License fee not more than $100
Highschool transcript
60 pre-chiropractic college credits.
What is the Board of Examiners Location?
Sacramento
How many times per year does the board meet?
2
License is granted when what is met?
75% general average on board exam.
Not lower than 60% in more than two subjects.
75% score on practical
License to Practice Chiropractic Allows?
To practice "as taught" in chiropractic school
No use of any medicine or drug in the Materia Medica
, blind persons
Blind people can't be denied admission to Chiropractic school.
What are the potential consequences for violation of board regulations?
suspension, revocation, or probation
Potential causes for disciplinary actions
Fraud in applying for a license
Practicing under a false name
Impersonation of another practitioner
Guilty of a felony
Use of elicit drugs or alcohol while practicing
Claiming treatment can regulate menses or treat venereal disease or sexual disease
Board may reissue license after ____ years following revocation.
2 years
When does your license expire?
License expires at 12 midnight on the last day of your birth month.
How much is the renewal fee?
250 which must be paid within 60 days of the last day of birth month.
Can Chiropractors sign death certificates?
Yes and make death reports.
Impersonation of DC or other Doctor
Punishable by 100-750 dollar fine.
Misdemeanor.
County jail 6 months.
Chiropractic scope of practice
Manipulation of spine and connective tissue.
